Race day
11
Oct 2026
Past eventThe 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon took place on October 11, 2026. The details below are kept for reference and results.
Fast, Flat & Iconic.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 11 October 2026Curated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Start time | 07:30 local (America/Chicago)Curated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Distances | Full MarathonCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Location | Chicago, Illinois, United StatesCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Start area | Grant Park, Chicago, ILConfirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Entry price | $230Curated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Course | Road · Loop · World Athletics certifiedCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 28 mCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Field size | 48,291 finishers (last edition)Curated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Boston qualifier | YesCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Organizer | Bank of America Chicago MarathonCurated listing · 16 Jun 2026 | Curated listing | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Official website | chicagomarathon.comOrganizer · 16 Jun 2026 | Organizer | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 16 Jun 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 16 Jun 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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One of the World Marathon Majors. Fast, flat course through 29 Chicago neighborhoods.
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Runners comparing a listed Boston qualifier
Bank of America Chicago Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon options around Chicago, Illinois, United States and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
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Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
Bank of America Chicago Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Chicago, Illinois, United States, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, loop course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Bank of America Chicago Marathon is currently listed for October 11, 2026, which makes the October planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Chicago, Illinois, United States, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include road surface, loop course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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