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The application for media credentials for the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon closed at 5 p.m. (U.S. Central Time) on Thursday, September 3. The marathon will not consider credential requests after the deadline.

Event photos are for news/informational purposes only and should not be used for commercial purposes. Photos from the 2026 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.

The 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Media Guide is now available for download. As part of the Chicago Marathon’s commitment to sustainability, the guide will be available in a digital-only format this year.

2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Media Guide (.pdf)

2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Media Guide – Abbott World Marathon Majors (.pdf)
2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Media Guide – Event Information (.pdf)
2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Media Guide – Media Information (.pdf)
2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Media Guide – Professional Athletes (.pdf)
2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Media Guide – Race History (.pdf)
2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Media Guide – Sponsors (.pdf)

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)
View the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon men’s professional field uniform cards (.pdf)
View the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon women’s professional field uniform cards (.pdf)

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