Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Chicago, IL
October
EASY
45m elevation gain
Known as one of the world's fastest marathon courses, the Chicago Marathon offers a flat, scenic route through 29 diverse neighborhoods. Perfect for personal records and first-time marathoners.
Course Highlights
What makes this course special
- •Start and finish in Grant Park with city skyline views
- •Tour 29 diverse Chicago neighborhoods
- •Spectacular crowd support throughout - over 1.7 million spectators
- •Chinatown, Little Italy, and Greektown add cultural flavor
- •Lakefront running with Lake Michigan views
- •Flat, fast course ideal for personal records
- •World-class field with elite runners and pacers
Course Elevation Profile
Total Gain: 148 ft | Total Loss: 148 ft
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42.195 km (26.2 mi) • Chicago, IL
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Expert advice for race day success
- •Perfect conditions for a PR - flat course and usually good weather
- •Don't go out too fast - easy to be fooled by the flat terrain
- •Wind off Lake Michigan can be a factor - prepare for headwinds
- •The course feels repetitive after mile 20 - stay mentally engaged
- •Excellent for first-timers - predictable terrain and great support
- •Hydrate well - even in October, temperatures can climb
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