Everything you need to plan, run, and enjoy race weekend.
Course
See the neighborhoods, mile-by-mile strategy, and tips for pacing one of the world’s fastest courses.
Course
Entry
Lottery, charity bibs, deferments, and how to make sure you’re in.
Registartion
Spectators
Where to watch, when to expect your runner, and how to get around the city on race day.
Spectators
Accomdations
Hotels close to the start line, runner-friendly neighborhoods, and local recommendations.
AccomodationsFrom the Community
The questions every Chicago Marathon runner eventually asks, answered simply.
26.2 miles through 29 neighborhoods.
Flat, fast, and lined with nonstop energy.
See the full route, aid stations, and local insight on every section.
Chicago’s marathon is more than a race. It’s the drums in Chinatown, the crowds in Boystown, and that short climb on Roosevelt that somehow feels like a mountain. The stories, lessons, and tips here all come from people who’ve run these streets and keep coming back for more.
Join weekly group runs for all paces and experience the city’s best routes together.
Stay updated on Chicago’s race calendar and never miss a chance to challenge yourself.
Uncover the city’s top running paths, from lakefront views to hidden neighborhood gems.
Newsletter
Stay connected with others training for 2026.
Join our Strava club, share your runs, and follow along as race day gets closer.