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.
Children in Crossfire
Responding to the rights and needs of children and young people caught in the crossfire.
Dundalk Dog Rescue
Help us help them because every dog deserves a loving family.
Nicholls Spinal Injury Foundation
Funding research which could potentially lead to breakthrough treatment for spinal injury
Pieta
Providing free services to people who are in suicidal distress, engage in self-harm, or bereaved by suicide, 24/7.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity
Supporting families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness.
Living Life Counselling
Mental health support for those that most need it.
Komera
We believe that young women have the right to lead change in their community and to realise their potential.
Better Lives Foundation
Over 40 years experience working to improve health and education conditions in Sierra Leone.
Service Dogs UK
We train and provide assistance dogs from rescue for members of the armed forces and emergency services suffering with PTSD.
Heart Heroes
Providing subsidised social events for children, and their families, living with heart conditions.
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Chicago Marathon 2026
Chicago
11 October 2026
Marathon