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2020 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Virtual Experience programming

Monday, October 5 It’s hard to imagine October without the Bank of America Chicago Marathon and even harder to imagine a year without road races. The coronavirus pandemic has impacted our lives in so many ways, and while we’re reminded now more than ever the importance of staying physically active, we’re also realizing the significance of flexing our mental muscle. Learn about mastering mental skills techniques from elite athlete Jake Riley, debut marathoner Crystal Rosales and Chicago Marathon Alumni Runner Randy Burt. The conversation will be moderated by Dr. Michele Kerulis, EdD, LCPC.
Tuesday, October 6 The Bank of America Chicago Marathon has welcomed more than 800,000 runners across the finish line since the race’s debut in 1977. Whether you are the first or the last person across the line, you know the excitement and heartbreak that comes with taking on 26.2 miles. Get the inside scoop from Chicago champions in a conversation between Daniel Romanchuk, Amanda McGrory, Galen Rupp and Khalid Khannouchi, moderated by Deena Kastor and learn how they battled some of the greatest fields in our sport to break the tape first in Grant Park.
Wednesday, October 7 As a member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, we are proud to be a part of a racing series that unites, inspires and celebrates the global running community. Earlier this year, the Abbott World Marathon Majors Global Run Club was launched to connect runners from every corner of the world with fun and competitive running challenges. Hear from members of the Global Run Club today as they share how they’re navigating this time and relive their favorite marathon memories.
Thursday, October 8 Alexi Pappas, a 2016 Olympian for Greece, is familiar with the energy and enthusiasm of Chicago’s running community. She made her marathon debut on the streets of Chicago in 2018 and left her mark on the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K with back-to-back wins in 2015 and 2016. Off the roads, she is a creative force to be reckoned with, co-creating and staring in two critically acclaimed feature films. In January 2021, Alexi will publish her memoir Bravey, with a foreword by Maya Rudolph, and blurbs from Mindy Kaling, Shalane Flanagan, and Mary Cain, which reviewers have called
Friday, October 9 On race day, we converge on the streets of Chicago to create an experience unlike any other. The collective energy of thousands of footsteps running together in the same direction, the roaring sounds of cheering from the sidelines and the helping hands of countless volunteers. We come together to support one another and leave with memories that reach far beyond the finish line. Listen to conversations with runners, volunteers, spectators and community members to learn more about their experiences and the role running has played in their lives.
Saturday, October 10 Every October individuals, from across the country and around the world converge in Chicago for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. As we celebrate in our communities this year, we are reminded the marathon is a mirror that reflects our lives: it’s powerful, inspirational, heartbreaking, hopeful and life changing. Relive the excitement from the record breaking 2019 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
Sunday, October 11 Since 1977, thousands of runners have descended upon Chicago to chase a dream, to set a personal best, to raise money for charity, to do something they weren’t sure was possible. While we couldn’t be together this year, runners around the world celebrated the spirit of the Chicago Marathon in their own communities. Join Executive Race Director Carey Pinkowski and Mayor Lori Lightfoot as we relive the excitement of the Virtual Experience and celebrate you, our running community and the magic of the marathon.
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