There are less than 100 days until the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon steps off and event details continue to roll out as runners and spectators await the big day.
The iconic race will take place on Oct. 11, with the race schedule already available to the public, but there is a lot in store before runners even get to the starting line that morning.
To prepare for race day, and to make the most out of the marathon experience, here are important dates and schedules for the eventful weekend.
Pre-race events
Abbott Health & Fitness Expo and packet pick-up
The weekend begins with the Abbott Health & Fitness Expo, the three-day annual event that features exhibitors offering Chicago Marathon merchandise and the latest releases of running footwear, apparel, nutrition and technology. The event is free and open to the public.
Runners can also pick up their marathon packets at the expo, which includes their bib number and safety pins, timing device, participant running shirt and more.
Both will be located at the McCormick Place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Oct. 8 and from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Oct. 9-10.
More information on the events can be found here.
Abbott Chicago 5K
This is an opportunity for marathon fans, families, friends and even registered runners to participate in the fun before race day. On Oct. 10, runners will cruise through downtown Chicago on the 3.1-mile course, which travels past some of the city’s iconic landmarks.
Here is an expected schedule for the day.
Start corrals open: 6:30 a.m. Wheelchair start: 7:25 a.m. Race start: 7:30 a.m. Finish line closes: 9:00 a.m.More information on the 5K can be found here.
Race day schedule (Oct. 11)
Times for race day can be subject to change.
Gear check opens: 5:30 a.m. Start corrals open: 5:30 a.m. Men’s Professional Wheelchair Start: 7:20 a.m. Women’s Professional Wheelchair Start: 7:21 a.m. Handcycle Start: 7:23 a.m. Men’s and Women’s Professional Start: 7:30 a.m. High Performance Program Start: 7:32 a.m. Wave 1 Start: 7:35 a.m. Wave 2 Start: 8:00 a.m. Wave 3 Start: 8:35 a.m. Grant Park opens for spectators: 9:30 a.m. 27th Mile Post-Race Party: 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Beer tickets will be on sale until 3 p.m. and are redeemable until 3:30 p.m.)Hence then, the article about what to know about the 2026 chicago marathon weekend events and race schedule was published today ( ) and is available on NBC Chicago ( Middle East ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.
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