The Weekend

    Race weekend schedule and everything you need to know

    Race weekend for the Chicago Marathon runs Thursday through Sunday, with packet pickup at McCormick Place from Thursday through Saturday before the Sunday morning start. I ran my first Chicago in 2024 and the weekend itself caught me off guard. There is more to navigate than most race weekends, and the logistics matter. The guides below cover everything from expo strategy to where your crew should stand on race day.

    2027 Chicago Marathon

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    Sunday, October 10, 2027

    Expo dates and start times for 2027 haven't been announced. The guides below use 2026 details until they are.