RUNNER INFORMATION

Running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is the pinnacle of achievement for elite athletes and everyday runners alike. On race day, runners will set out to accomplish a personal dream by reaching the finish line in Grant Park.

Schedule of events
Bank of America Chicago Marathon App, Powered by TCS
Abbott Chicago 5K
Pace Team
Broadcast information
Lost and found
Race day lactation spaces
27th Mile Post-Race Party

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Thursday, October 9

Abbott Health & Fitness Expo; Packet Pick-up
McCormick Place
11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Friday, October 10

Abbott Health & Fitness Expo; Packet Pick-up
McCormick Place
9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Saturday, October 11

Abbott Chicago 5K
Grant Park
7:30 a.m.

Abbott Health & Fitness Expo; Packet Pick-up
McCormick Place
9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Sunday, October 12

Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Grant Park

Marathon Wheelchair Start (men): 7:20 a.m.
Marathon Wheelchair Start (women): 7:21 a.m.
Handcycle Start: 7:23 a.m.
Wave 1 Start: 7:30 a.m.
Wave 2 Start: 8:00 a.m.
Wave 3 Start: 8:35 a.m.
Grant Park opens to spectators: 9:30 a.m.
27th Mile Post-Race Party starts: 9:30 a.m.
27th Mile Post-Race Party ends: 4:00 p.m.

Time are subject to change

BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON APP, POWERED BY TCS

The Bank of America Chicago Marathon App, Powered by Tata Consultancy Services is the perfect resource to prepare for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Whether you’re running or spectating, the free mobile app includes everything you’ll need to be prepared for a great race week experience.

The 2025 official race app will be available in advance of race day.

ABBOTT CHICAGO 5K

The Abbott Chicago 5K is the perfect way for marathoners, fans of the sport and friends and family to experience Chicago and take part in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon weekend. The 3.1-mile course weaves through the heart of downtown Chicago and runs past iconic downtown landmarks.

To learn more about the Abbott Chicago 5K visit chicago5K.com.

PACE TEAM

The Pace Team is comprised of marathon veterans who help others achieve their performance goals. The Pace Team will pace groups of runners according to the following finish times: 3:00, 3:05, 3:10, 3:15, 3:20, 3:25, 3:30, 3:35, 3:40, 3:45, 3:50, 3:55, 4:00, 4:10, 4:20, 4:30, 4:40, 4:50, 5:00, 5:15, 5:30 and 5:45. Learn more about the Pace Team, including how to join and frequently asked questions.

BROADCAST INFORMATION

Watch live

NBC 5 Chicago, Telemundo Chicago and TeleXitos will provide complete live TV coverage and live streaming of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon in English and Spanish. The NBC 5 Chicago, Telemundo Chicago and TeleXitos live television broadcasts will air from 7 – 11 a.m. CT and the live stream will be available at nbcchicago.com and telemundochicago.com, on the NBC 5 and Telemundo Chicago apps, and on the stations’ Roku and Apple TV channels, from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. CT.

Listen live

670 The Score Sports Radio will provide complete live radio coverage of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on race day from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Listen to Josh Liss and expert analysts provide a play-by-play of all the exciting action. Download the free Audacy app to listen from anywhere.

Tune in before the race to listen to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon preview shows featuring running experts and the Chicago Marathon Executive Race Director, Carey Pinkowski. The shows will air at 7 a.m. CT on Saturday, September 27, 2025 and Saturday, October 4, 2025. A post-race show will air at 7 a.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2025.

RACE DAY LACTATION SPACES

Private and semi-private lactation spaces are available to participants on race day. Participants interested in using the spaces will have access to a private or semi-private seating area (chair and table), a water source or a portable hand-washing station and a power source. Staff will be onsite at each location to assist those interested in using the space(s) on a first-come, first- served basis.

Please note, the event will not store or transport equipment on-course or at the Post-Race Party.

Additional questions about lactation spaces can be directed to office@chicagomarathon.com in advance of the event.

LOST AND FOUND

Lost and found items will be collected throughout race weekend at the Abbott Health & Fitness Expo and in Grant Park on race day. If you are looking for an item that was lost, please go to the nearest information tent for more information or visit chicagomarathon.com/lostandfound to confirm if your item was turned into the event lost and found. Following the 2024 event, items can be reclaimed at the Hilton Chicago Grand Tradition Room (enter through the main entrance) from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, October 13, 2024 and from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Monday, October 14, 2024. Any items unclaimed by Friday, November 1, 2024 will no longer be available.

27TH MILE POST-RACE PARTY

Celebrate your accomplishment at the 27th Mile Post-Race Party in Butler Field, near the start line at Columbus Drive and Jackson Drive. Participants aged 21 and over (photo ID required) can redeem the tear-off portion of their bib number for one beer.

The 27th Mile Post-Race Party is open to the public from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Beer tickets will be for sale from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and can be redeemed until 3:30 p.m.