# Chicago Marathon 2026 | 5k, 10k, Half & Full Marathon In Chicago

- **Subtitle**: Train yourself to run races and marathons in Chicago. Discover the best Chicago marathons with us and run for peace, run for cause or run for fitness. 5k, 10k, half marathons and full marathons near you.
- **Category**: Marathons
- **Type**: other

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## About

Run for a healthy lifestyle and for breaking the rut from the monotony. There are events for marathon in Chicago lined up for you from time to time. There is one annual event which is the Chicago Marathon that you can always look up to, sometime during October and you don’t even have to check the Chicago race calendar. Apart from this event there are other Chicago marathon events that are organized and you can choose them according to your preference. The races range from 10k run to full marathons in Chicago. Find out the best suited races according to your health, body and flexibility.<br><br>
Mark the dates of marathon events in Chicago and sign up for fun and fitness!

## Marathons Events in Chicago

- **Event Name**: Chicago Marathon
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 7
  - **Date**: Sun Oct 11 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/chicago-marathon/200029379328402
  - **Venue**: Grant Park
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  - **Categories**: sports, marathons
- **Event Name**: Independence Day Road Race Chicago
  - **Description**: Join runners across the city at the Independence Day Road Race on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in Chicago. Open to all abilities, this event offers a festive and active start to the Fourth of July, bringing people together for a morning r
  - **Date**: Sat Jul 04 2026 at 07:30 am – Sat Jul 04 2026 at 08:30 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/independence-day-road-race-chicago/80001764092046
  - **Venue**: Washington Park
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  - **Categories**: sports
- **Event Name**: UPS for DownS RUNS CHICAGO 2026
  - **Description**: Apply for a spot on our team  as we commence our 21st year  of running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon.About this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/9a9bfe00-c5cc-11f0-ad50-3fbfab6f8ff8-rimg-w1200-h475-dc79899
  - **Date**: Sun Oct 11 2026 at 05:00 am – Sun Oct 11 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/ups-for-downs-runs-chicago-2026/100001847152395539
  - **Venue**: Grant Park
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: sports, marathons
- **Event Name**: American Cancer Society Walk & Roll
  - **Description**: Join our team and help raise money for cancer research.  You can participate by attending the event (walk, run or skate), donating, or helping us fundraise.  Sign up today: https://runsignup.com/Race/193574/Donate/oGfdsDfdT4kltVwx
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/american-cancer-society-walk-and-roll/200029755739704
  - **Venue**: Upper Hutchinson, Grant Park
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  - **Categories**: sports, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Making Great Strides 1M/5K Run/Walk
  - **Description**: Join us to raise money for the National Immigration Justice Society!About this EventMaking Great Strides is a family-run group where we plan quarterly community events that fundraise money for the National Immigration Jus
  - **Date**: Sun May 31 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun May 31 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/making-great-strides-1m-5k-run-walk/100001981068873329
  - **Venue**: Horner Park Fieldhouse
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 34
  - **Categories**: marathons, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: 5th Annual 312 RiverRun 5K
  - **Description**: Join us for a fun run along the river!About this EventRun, walk or stroll through Clark, California and Horner Parks along the scenic 312 RiverRun trail. This gem of a
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 13 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Jun 13 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/5th-annual-312-riverrun-5k/100001983196908339
  - **Venue**: Clark Park
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 55
  - **Categories**: sports, parties, entertainment, art, trips-adventures, nonprofit, kids
- **Event Name**: Memorial  Day 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2
  - **Description**: Memorial Day is May 25, 2026. Join us on our sixth annual Memorial Day 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2. Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the UnitedAbout this EventJoin our Facebook community of almost 25,000 members HERE!
  - **Date**: Mon May 25 2026 at 01:00 pm – Tue Jun 30 2026 at 01:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/memorial-day-1m-5k-10k-131-262/100001981169618661
  - **Venue**: Chicago
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  - **Price**: USD 4 to 47
  - **Categories**: sports, nonprofit, charities, virtual-run, marathons, workshops, trips-adventures, holiday
- **Event Name**: History of the Marathon in Chicago: A Lecture
  - **Description**: Kick of marathon training season with a lecture all about the history of the marathon in Chicago!About this EventIt's marathon training szn! Across the Windy City, run clubs are kicking off training for the 2026 Bank of A
  - **Date**: Wed Jun 10 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed Jun 10 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/history-of-the-marathon-in-chicago-a-lecture/100001987444903206
  - **Venue**: Little Italy Branch, Chicago Public Library
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: sports, marathons, workshops, art, literary-art, meetups, it
- **Event Name**: Nella Casa Ruth - 5K FUNd Run/Walk
  - **Description**: Corri o cammina con noi alla Nella Casa Ruth 5K FUNd Run/Walk, divertimento e solidarietà garantiti!About this EventJoin the third annual Nella Casa Ruth - 5K FUNd Run/Walk!Get ready to lace up a
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 09 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/nella-casa-ruth-5k-fund-run-walk/100001986281332936
  - **Venue**: 3047 W 19th St
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: nonprofit, marathons, sports, workshops, kids, brunch
- **Event Name**: Race Through Colorado Virtual Race | 5K, 10K, Half Marathon | Run Anywhere
  - **Description**: ️ Run Colorado — From Anywhere
Experience the beauty of the Rocky Mountains, scenic trails, and breathtaking landscapes with the Race ThrAbout this EventJoin our Facebook community of almost 25,000 members HER
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 01:00 pm – Thu Dec 31 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/race-through-colorado-virtual-race-|-5k-10k-half-marathon-|-run-anywhere/100001986428775942
  - **Venue**: Chicago
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  - **Price**: USD 6 to 47
  - **Categories**: sports, virtual-run, nonprofit, marathons, charities, trips-adventures, virtual

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- **Event Name**: Rock The Boat Chicago The Biggest All White Yacht Party Juneteenth Weekend
  - **Description**: The biggest All White daytime yacht party in Chicago. Juneteenth Weekend. Lake Michigan. Early Bird $50.About this Eventhttps://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/515b4090-f57c-11f0-92d6-d568e2653d8f-rimg-w5
  - **Venue**: Anita Dee II Yacht
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  - **Description**: Celebrate America’s 250th Independence Anniversary @ 33rd AFRICAN/CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF LIFE (IFOL) July 4th weekend, Fri., Sat., Sun., 3, 4 &amp; 5th, 2026 @Union Park, 1501 W. Rand
  - **Venue**: Union Park
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- **Event Name**: Rock The Boat Chicago All White Yacht Party Memorial Day Weekend 2026
  - **Description**: Chicago biggest Memorial Day weekend yacht party. All white vibes, skyline views, music, and energy all night on the Anita Dee.About this Event 🚢 ROCK THE BOAT CHICAGO
  - **Venue**: Anita Dee Yacht Charters
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- **Event Name**: Chicago Area - Pop Up Picnic Park Date for Couples! (Self-Guided)
  - **Description**: Park Picnic date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy fun digital activities in your digital date night box!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLIIPOP-UP PICNIC IN THE PARK DATE NIGHT INCLUDES:
  - **Venue**: Robert Taylor Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
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  - **Description**: Ready to meet new people and have fun with other singles aged 35-55 in a relaxed, friendly vibe?Get ready to meet exciting singles in Lakeview and potentially find your perfect match at this lively mixer!Hello! W
  - **Venue**: Barcocina Lakeview
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- **Event Name**: "Industry Monday" Makeover
  - **Description**: A Chicago-based after work social where "Industry Mondays" get a sober makeover!We offer options that differ in both flavor profile AND how you want it to make you feel. M
  - **Venue**: The Jungle
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69d54aabd6416.jpg
- **Event Name**: Become a Certified Event Planner 2-Day In-Person Training | Chicago
  - **Description**: Anyone can plan an event with a folding table and a Costco membership.But companies and clients are not just paying for “put together.” They expect you to build and manage real budgets, create detailed timelines, co
  - **Venue**: Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
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  - **Description**: Stop trying to fit the mold of a 'boss' and start building the leader you actually want to follow.We've all worked for the "accidental manager"; the high performer who was promoted for their technical skill and ability to execute, but left witho
  - **Venue**: 318 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL, USA
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  - **Description**: Centuera, a highly regarded and globally recognized professional training institute, is honored to invite you to join the ranks of the hundreds of thousands of certified professionals who have been trained by Centuera.The Project Management Professiona
  - **Venue**: Regus - Chicago - Hyde Park
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Marathons events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Chicago Marathon (Sun Oct 11 2026 at 08:00 am at Grant Park), Independence Day Road Race Chicago (Sat Jul 04 2026 at 07:30 am at Washington Park), UPS for DownS RUNS CHICAGO 2026 (Sun Oct 11 2026 at 05:00 am at Grant Park), American Cancer Society Walk & Roll (Sat May 30 2026 at 08:00 am at Upper Hutchinson, Grant Park), Making Great Strides 1M/5K Run/Walk (Sun May 31 2026 at 09:00 am at Horner Park Fieldhouse).
- **Q**: What are the top free Marathons events in Chicago?
  - **A:** UPS for DownS RUNS CHICAGO 2026 (Sun Oct 11 2026 at 05:00 am at Grant Park), History of the Marathon in Chicago: A Lecture (Wed Jun 10 2026 at 06:00 pm at Little Italy Branch, Chicago Public Library), Nella Casa Ruth - 5K FUNd Run/Walk (Sat May 09 2026 at 09:00 am at 3047 W 19th St).
- **Q**: How can I find Marathons events in Chicago?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Marathons events in Chicago on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Marathons events in Chicago?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Marathons events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Marathons events in Chicago include Grant Park, Washington Park, Upper Hutchinson, Grant Park.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Marathons events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Prices for Marathons events in Chicago range from USD 4 to USD 55. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Marathons events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Marathons events in Chicago include Independence Day Road Race, UPS for DownS, Revere Electric Supply.
- **Q**: Are there any online Marathons events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Marathons events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Marathons events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Follow the Marathons category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Marathons events are listed in Chicago.

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