Chicago Marathon 2026

Complete this World Marathon Major for the causes that need it most.

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Chicago Marathon 2026

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Chicago
11 October 2026
Marathon

Why run it?

Part of the World Marathon Majors, running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is the pinnacle of achievement for elite athletes and everyday runners alike. The race starts and finishes in Grant Park, and travels through one of the world’s most magnificent cities. With ideal weather conditions, dry with highs of 67°F (19°C), this marathon is an unmissable and highly in-demand event.

Please note, as realbuzz is an international partner of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, we will not be able to offer places to US residents.

What's it like to run?

Runners:

40000

Surface:

Road

Start:

07:30

Course:

Flat & Fast

Temp:

10-19°C

Distance:

Marathon

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Charity partners you can support in this event include

Police Care UK

Police charity for serving and former police officers, police staff and police volunteers across the UK.

USPCA

Ending the cruelty inflicted on defenceless wildlife.

CCLG: The Children & Young People’s Cancer Association

A leading children's cancer charity - we work to improve treatment and care.

Nicholls Spinal Injury Foundation

Funding research which could potentially lead to breakthrough treatment for spinal injury

Better Lives Foundation

Over 40 years experience working to improve health and education conditions in Sierra Leone.

Mental Health Foundation

Support us to create good mental health for all

Claire House Children's Hospice

Helping seriously & terminally ill children live life to the full.

St Joseph's Hospice

Help people with life-limiting illness make the most of the time they have left.

The Connection at St Martins

We're working to end rough sleeping in London. We believe no one should have to sleep rough on our streets, and that everyone should get the support they need to find a place to call home.

Living Life Counselling

Mental health support for those that most need it.

Make-A-Wish UK

Make-A-Wish UK grant life-changing wishes to critically ill children. When it comes to their dreams, they deserve to wish for more than a life defined by their illness.