Chicago Marathon
World renowned Marathon through the streets of Chicago on a fast, flat road course with an iconic Grant Park start and finish and outstanding crowd support.
| Date | Sunday 11th October, 2026 |
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| Distance | Marathon |
| Terrain | Road |
| Course Profile | Flat |
| Timing | Chip timed |
| Location | Grant Park |
| Town/City | Chicago, United States |
| Start time | 7:30am |
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The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is one of the world's leading road races, taking runners on a 26.2 mile journey through the heart of Chicago. Starting in Grant Park, the course travels through a diverse collection of neighbourhoods and city streets before returning downtown for the finish, showcasing the scale, architecture and atmosphere of one of America's great cities.
Runners can expect a predominantly flat and fast course that has become renowned for personal best performances and world class racing. The route passes through 29 Chicago neighbourhoods, with huge crowds lining much of the course and providing support from the opening miles to the final approach back into Grant Park. Its favourable profile and major city setting attract everyone from elite athletes to runners completing their first Marathon.
As one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, the Chicago Marathon holds a prominent place on the international running calendar and attracts participants from around the world. The combination of a fast course, extensive spectator support and a route exploring the character of Chicago creates a memorable Marathon experience from the Grant Park start to the city centre finish.
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| 2025 results | Verified |
| 2024 results | Verified |
| 2023 results | Verified |
| 2022 results | Verified |
| 2021 results | Verified |
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