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Chicago Marathon 2027

  • 10 October 2027
  • 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:
Course:
Flat & Fast
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Distance:
Marathon

How to Enter

Our events are sell-out races, so places are limited and will be made available on a first come first serve basis.
Don’t miss out, enter today in three simple steps:
Step 1
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Pick your charity and sign up

Simply pay a refundable holding deposit to reserve your place supporting an amazing cause. 

Step 2
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Set up your fundraising page

Plus activate your free realbuzz account - we’ll drop all the details in your inbox as soon as you sign up.
Step 3
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Get to 75% of your fundraising target

about 2-3 months before your event, to confirm your place for race day! Reach 100% or more and we’ll refund your deposit.
Can’t see your charity on the list? Get in touch here.

Charity partners you can support in this event include

Dreams Come True
Dreams Come True
Bringing joy, happiness, smiles and magic to some of the most deserving children in the UK today. We deliver life-changing dreams to children living in poverty who have a serious illness, disability, or life-limiting condition.
Brain Research UK
Brain Research UK
Theleading national funder dedicated to research into neurological conditions.
East Durham Veterans Trust
East Durham Veterans Trust
East Durham Veterans Trust is a charity based in Seaham, England, which supports veterans and their families from across the North East, through three main areas.
Age UK
Age UK
We are leading charity for older people. Let's change how we age.
North West Air Ambulance Charity
North West Air Ambulance Charity
Providing enhanced pre-hospital care to the most critically ill & injured patients across the North West.
Against Breast Cancer
Against Breast Cancer
Dedicated to funding groundbreaking research to increase survival after breast cancer diagnosis.
The Gurkha Welfare Trust
The Gurkha Welfare Trust
The leading Gurkha charity. we provide aid to Gurkha veterans, their families and communities.
The National Autistic Society
The National Autistic Society
Our mission is to champion the rights and interests of all people with autism.
National Breast Cancer Research Institute
National Breast Cancer Research Institute
Funding comprehensive research programme at the University of Galway, improving outcomes for women in Ireland and across the world.
Health Poverty Action
Health Poverty Action
We believe in addressing all the factors, or social determinants that impact on health.

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FAQs

Whether you’re lacing up for your first race or returning for another year, we want you to feel prepared and inspired. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about signing up, fundraising, and making an impact.
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  • Running for charity means taking part in an official race while committing to raise money to a set level (fundraising target) for a chosen cause. Because you're committed to fundraising, you can get guaranteed entry subject to completing a certain amount of fundraising, even if your chosen event is sold out for general entry, plus expert fundraising support to help you reach your target.

  • It's simple. Choose your distance, pick your event and select the charity you'd like to support. Once you've secured your place - either by signing up for an individual entry straight away or applying for a team if your charity has an official team in your chosen event - you'll receive everything you need to prepare, fundraise, and take on race day with confidence.

  • Not at all! Charity runs are open to all abilities, from complete beginners to seasoned marathoners. Whether you’re aiming for your first 10K or a major marathon, we’ll provide training tips and fundraising advice to help you succeed. With realbuzz, you can choose from marathons, half marathons, shorter distances such as 10ks and 10 miles, and team relay races.  
  • There will be a fundraising target, based on the event you choose, which you'll need to commit to as part of securing your place. When you sign up, you'll receive info about your chosen charity's preferred fundraising platform so you can set up your fundraising page. 100% of your fundraising goes to your charity, usually directly through the fundraising platform you're using.