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Media interested in acquiring additional information about the Bank of America Chicago Marathon should send inquiries to press@chicagomarathon.com.
MEDIA CREDENTIAL APPLICATION
The application for media credentials for the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon is now open. Media interested in covering the event must apply before 5 p.m. (U.S. Central Time) on Thursday, September 3 to be considered.
PRESS RELEASES
View the latest news and announcements from the Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
EVENT IMAGES
Event photos are for news/informational purposes only and should not be used for commercial purposes. Photos from the 2025 race can be downloaded here. To access the photos, you will need to sign up for a free account. Photos must be credited to © Bank of America Chicago Marathon/Kevin Morris.
MEDIA GUIDE
The 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Media Guide will be available for download in advance of this year’s event. As part of the Chicago Marathon’s commitment to sustainability, the guide will be available in a digital-only format this year.
2026 PROFESSIONAL FIELD
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is excited to welcome professional athletes from around the world to its start line on Sunday, October 11.
View the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon professional field (.pdf)
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