FINISH LINE VIEWING AREA
Cheer on participants as they make the turn onto Columbus Drive in the final stretch of the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Spectators can purchase Finish Line Viewing tickets to access an exclusive spectator viewing area near the finish line.
Finish Line Viewing is in Grant Park along Columbus Drive. Ticketed guests will enter Grant Park at the intersection of Michigan Avenue and 11th Street, and proceed along the path to reach their access gate. Guests must pass through a security screening and present a ticket in exchange for a wristband to enter the secure area. The wristband will allow you to exit and re-enter the area throughout the day.
Youth eight years of age and younger will be able to access Finish Line Viewing for free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.
8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Tickets
Ticket per person: $30 (USD)
Finish Line Viewing tickets are non-refundable.
Purchased tickets will be sent electronically. All guests must have a ticket (printed or digital) to access Finish Line Viewing (youth 8 years and under free).



