{"id":5541,"date":"2023-08-09T14:16:56","date_gmt":"2023-08-09T13:16:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marathontours.co.uk\/events\/chicago-marathon-2\/"},"modified":"2026-04-24T17:02:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T16:02:12","slug":"chicago-marathon","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/chicago-marathon\/","title":{"rendered":"Bank of America Chicago Marathon"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is known worldwide as a thrilling world-class race. One of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, it\u2019s a great choice if you want to chase after a personal record or simply finish your first marathon.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":13604,"template":"","event_types":[131,137],"event_locations":[123],"event_distances":[130,126],"event_course_types":[135,133],"event_seasons":[22],"class_list":["post-5541","events","type-events","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","event_types-world-marathon-majors","event_types-marathons","event_locations-north-america","event_distances-5km","event_distances-marathon","event_course_types-road","event_course_types-urban","event_seasons-autumn"],"acf":{"event_hero_image":13621,"event_logo":13603,"event_logo_background":{"enable":true,"background_colour":""},"event_status":"available","event_status_labels_available":"book-now","event_status_labels_waitlist":"available-soon","event_status_labels_off_sale":"sold-out","event_waitlist_button":{"link_option":"anchor","":null,"external_link":{"title":"Pre-Reg for 2026 Now!","url":"https:\/\/bookinggb.marathontours.com\/experience\/bank-of-america-chicago-marathon-2026-pre-registration\/244","target":""}},"event_additional_buttons":null,"event_book_button":{"link_option":"anchor","":null,"external_link":{"title":"Book Now!","url":"https:\/\/bookinggb.marathontours.com\/experience\/bank-of-america-chicago-marathon-2026\/314","target":""}},"event_extra_button":{"title":"Windy City to Waterfront Challenge","url":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/windy-city-to-waterfront-challenge\/","target":""},"event_overview":"<h2><strong>Bank of America Chicago Marathon 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nThe Bank of America Chicago Marathon is known worldwide as a thrilling world-class race. One of the <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.co.uk\/world-marathon-majors\/\">Abbott World Marathon Majors<\/a>, it\u2019s a great choice if you want to chase after a personal record or simply finish your first <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-gb\/marathons\/\">marathon<\/a>. Demand for places is high but as Official Tour Operator for this event you do not need to worry about the lottery process, as we can guarantee your place on a first-come, first-served basis.\r\n\r\nMarathon Tours &amp; Travel are offering a 4-night package staying at fabulous accommodation, close to all the race activities and at the heart of the city centre. As part of our expertly-created packages, we include invitations for you to take part in activities such as a welcome reception, warm-up runs, pre-race dinner and post-race celebrations. Throughout your time in Chicago, the Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team will be on hand for guidance and support to help make your trip a fun, enjoyable and successful time.\r\n\r\nYou too can experience how it feels to run the Bank of America Chicago Marathon and earn a star of the Abbott World Marathon Majors with Marathon Tours &amp; Travel\u2019s help!\r\n\r\n<em>Unfortunately, we cannot sell race entry to full time residents of USA.\u00a0<\/em><em>If you reside in North America please contact our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.marathontours.com\/\"><span style=\"font-style: normal;\">USA office.<\/span><\/a><\/em>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;","event_overview_button":"","event_feature_icons":null,"event_features":{"meals_included":{"detail":"Pre-race dinner included","title":"Meals Included"},"guide":{"title":"Guide","detail":""},"transfers":{"detail":"","title":"Transfers"},"trip_extension":{"title":"Trip Extension","detail":"Extra nights available upon request"},"accommodation":{"title":"Accommodation","detail":"Excellent hotel within easy walking distance of the marathon start\/finish"},"entry":{"title":"Entry","detail":"Guaranteed Chicago Marathon entry available"},"celebration_party":{"detail":"Post-race drinks included","title":"Celebration Party"},"excursions":{"title":"Excursions","detail":"Shake-out run and welcome drinks"},"helping_hand":{"title":"A Helping Hand","detail":"Escorted trip to race start"},"worldwide_events":{"title":"Worldwide Events","detail":"Abbott World Marathon Major"},"medal_bling":{"title":"Medal Bling","detail":""}},"event_gallery":[{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":13610},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":13604},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":13618},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_video","youtube_video":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=vfL_xeeFxOU"},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":13608},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":13609}],"event_packages":[{"package_title":"Chicago Marathon Package","package_duration":"4 Nights","package_dates":"08 October - 12 October 2026","package_days":[{"day_title":"Thursday 08 October","day_content":"<em>Depending on the length of stay you have booked with us you might arrive before or depart on different days to the following itinerary. The itinerary below reflects the 4 night package. Adding extra nights is recommended to allow you more time to enjoy the city.<\/em>\r\n\r\n<strong>Welcome to Chicago!\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\nMake your own arrangements to arrive at your hotel in Chicago today. Hotel rooms are usually ready after 4pm; if you arrive earlier, you can leave your luggage with the hotel concierge and explore the city and surrounds."},{"day_title":"Friday 09 October ","day_content":"<strong>Welcome Reception<\/strong>\r\n\r\nMarathon Tours &amp; Travel staff will be available at our welcome desk in the hotel today to answer any questions and give out your lanyard and name tag.\r\n\r\nToday you can visit the Marathon Expo and collect your race pack, if you wish. The Abbott Health &amp; Fitness Expo is held at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mccormickplace.com\/\">McCormick Place Convention Centre.<\/a> Entry is free and open to the public. There is plenty to see and do so we suggest you allow time to collect your race documents, shop from the many exhibitors, listen to the experts and enjoy the pre-race vibe.\r\n\r\nThis evening enjoy a Welcome Drink with your hosts and running peers. The rest of the evening is free to enjoy this beautiful city."},{"day_title":"Saturday 10 October","day_content":"<strong>Shake-out Run &amp; Dinner<\/strong>\r\n\r\nWe start the day with an optional shakeout run along the river to loosen your legs.\r\n\r\n<em>For those who prefer, there is an organised race (at an extra cost) that takes place which you can choose to take part in. To register for and learn more about the Abbott Chicago 5K visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chicago5k.com\/\">chicago5K.com<\/a>.<\/em>\r\n\r\nIf you would like to join us for a relaxing day out, add on our <strong>Architectural Riverboat Cruise <\/strong>which will depart this morning <em>(additional cost)<\/em>.\r\n\r\nToday will be your last chance to attend the Abbott Health &amp; Fitness Expo at McCormick Place to collect your bib if you have not already been. <em>There is no possibility of bib collection on race day.<\/em>\r\n\r\nOur pre-race pasta dinner will take place tonight.\r\n\r\n<em>(Dinner included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Sunday 11 October","day_content":"<strong>Chicago Marathon &amp; Celebrations<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThis is the day you have trained so hard for! The race start area is an easy walk away. Your Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team will be in the lobby of the hotel offering escorted walks to the start area in Grant Park.\r\n\r\nFamily and friends can travel by public transport or on foot to support and spectate along the race route. The Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team will be happy to advise.\r\n\r\nAfter the race make your way back to the hotel, freshen up, relax and gaze at your lovely new shiny medal; you worked hard for it!\r\n\r\nThis evening meet your Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team, fellow runners and supporters for a celebratory toast! After which the evening is free to experience one of the many fine restaurants in the city."},{"day_title":"Monday 12 October","day_content":"<strong>Departure Day<\/strong>\r\n\r\nUnless you have booked extra nights please check out of your room before 12:00. Safe travels and we hope you enjoyed your Bank of America Chicago Marathon 2026 experience!"}]}],"event_extensions":"<h3><strong>Niagara Falls and Toronto Post-Race Extension | Four-Night Package: October 12 \u2013 16, 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<strong>Features:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Monday flight from Chicago (ORD) to Buffalo (BUF)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Transfer from Airport to Marriott on the Falls<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Two nights\u2019 accommodation at the 4* Marriott on the Falls<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Maid of the Mist ticket<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Farewell dinner in Niagara<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Transfer from Niagara to Toronto<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Two nights\u2019 accommodation at the 4* Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Daily Breakfasts<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Hotel taxes<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","event_extensions_packages":[{"package_title":"Niagara Falls and Toronto Extension","package_duration":"4 Nights","package_dates":"12th - 16th  October ","package_days":[{"day_title":"October 12th","day_content":"<span data-teams=\"true\">After checking out of your respective hotel, please make your way to Chicago O\u2019Hare International Airport for your midday flight to Buffalo International Airport. An MTT rep will be on-site to meet the and check our group into the flight.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>Upon arrival, we will have a private transfer to the Marriott on the Falls hotel. The rest of your day is on your own.\u00a0<em>(breakfast included)<\/em>\r\n\r\n<span data-teams=\"true\"><em>Further details regarding flight information will be provided at a later date.<\/em><\/span>"},{"day_title":"October 13th","day_content":"After breakfast, join us for the iconic Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls boat tour. This afternoon will be on your own. Tonight, join us for a farewell dinner overlooking Niagara Falls.<em>\u00a0(breakfast and dinner included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"October 14th","day_content":"This morning we will have a private transfer to your hotel in Toronto. After checking into the Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, the rest of the day will be on your own.\u00a0<em>(breakfast included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"October 15th","day_content":"Today, join us for an optional city tour of Toronto. The tour will include a stop and visit at the CN Tower, a scenic Toronto City Harbour Cruise, a stop at St. Lawrence Market, and more! The rest of your day will be on your own.\u00a0<em>(breakfast included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"October 16th","day_content":"Enjoy a leisure morning before checking out by 12:00pm.\u00a0<em>(breakfast included)<\/em>\r\n\r\n<span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">If you are interested in joining our TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon package, we invite you to check out the details on our new challenge package that combines Chicago, Niagara Falls, and Toronto.<\/span>"}]}],"event_packages_and_rates":"<h3><strong>Guaranteed Bank of America Chicago Marathon 2026 Entry\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nWe are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. You can buy the entry from Marathon Tours &amp; Travel if you also buy the Marathon Tours &amp; Travel Chicago Marathon package.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>*Note: we are unable to sell race entries to residents of the United States*\r\n<\/strong>US residents can book directly with our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/chicago-marathon\/\">US office.<\/a><\/em>\r\n<h3><strong>Marathon Tours &amp; Travel Chicago Marathon 2026 Package includes:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Accommodation at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown for 3 nights +<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Hotel taxes<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Welcome drink on Friday evening<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Shake-out run on Saturday morning<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pre-race dinner on Saturday evening<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Escorted walk to the race start area<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Post-race drinks on Sunday evening<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Guidance and support from the Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team in Chicago<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Not included:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Guaranteed Chicago Marathon Entry <em>(available at an additional cost)<\/em><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Architectural Riverboat Cruise <em>(available at an additional cost)<\/em><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Daily Breakfasts<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Anything not mentioned in inclusions above<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3><strong>Marathon Tours &amp; Travel Chicago Marathon 2026 Independent Package includes:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Accommodation at the Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop for 3 nights+<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Hotel taxes<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Marathon Tours &amp; Travel help desk in Chicago<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Not included:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Guaranteed Chicago Marathon Entry <em>(available at an additional cost)<\/em><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Daily Breakfasts<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Anything not mentioned in inclusions above<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3><strong>Marathon Tours &amp; Travel Chicago Marathon Prestige Package includes:<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>3 nights hotel accommodations at The Blackstone, Autograph Collection Hotel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>All hotel taxes<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Private airport transfers to and from Chicago O\u2019Hare Airport on arrival and departure day<\/li>\r\n \t<li>MTT Welcome Desk on day of arrival<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Welcome Reception on Friday evening<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Shake-out run on Saturday morning<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Escorted trip to the Expo on Saturday morning<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Architectural River-Cruise on Saturday morning \u2013\u00a0<em>Optional Addition<\/em><\/li>\r\n \t<li>In-Room Massage Service Credit (Saturday Only)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pre-race dinner on Saturday evening<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Escorted walk to the start area<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Post-race celebration on Sunday evening<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Designated Marathon Tours &amp; Travel Host at the hotel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>\u00a39.60 daily food and beverage credit that can be used in the Blackstone Coffee shop and hotel restaurant<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Skyline Hospitality Tent access<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Post-race celebration on Sunday evening<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Services of Marathon Tours &amp; Travel staff at the hotel<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Not included:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Chicago Marathon 2026 race entry (Available at an additional cost!)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Anything not mentioned in the above inclusions<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3><\/h3>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3><strong>Niagara Falls and Toronto Post-Race Extension | Four-Night Package: October 12 \u2013 16, 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<strong>Features:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Monday flight from Chicago (ORD) to Buffalo (BUF)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Transfer from Airport to Marriott on the Falls<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Two nights\u2019 accommodation at the 4* Marriott on the Falls<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Maid of the Mist ticket<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Farewell dinner in Niagara<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Transfer from Niagara to Toronto<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Two nights\u2019 accommodation at the 4* Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Daily Breakfasts<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Hotel taxes<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Please Note:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Room types available are Double Rooms (one bed\/ two persons), Twin Rooms (two beds\/two persons) or Single (one bed\/one person).<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Marathon Tours &amp; Travel\u2019s policy is that anyone staying in our room block must be part of our package.\u00a0 If you plan to bring a spouse or guest, they must purchase our package. For example, if there are two of you, the rate would be the double occupancy rate (per person).\u00a0 If you purchase a single occupancy rate package, then only you are allowed in your room.\u00a0 To attend any of our activities, you must be part of our package.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Not Included:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Meals unless noted above<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Gratuities and tips unless noted above<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Travel Insurance<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3><strong>Windy City to Waterfront Challenge<\/strong>\u00a0Tour | Ten-Night Package: October 9 \u2013 19, 2026<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"Column One\">\r\n<div class=\"Detail Body\">\r\n<div><strong>Chicago Features:<\/strong><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"Column Two\">\r\n<div class=\" ContentPage\">\r\n<div class=\"Detail Body\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Three nights hotel accommodation<\/li>\r\n \t<li>All hotel taxes<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Welcome Reception on Friday evening<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Shake-out run on Saturday morning<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Saturday Morning Architectural River-Cruise \u2013\u00a0<em>Optional Addition<\/em><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pre-race dinner on Saturday evening<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Escorted walk to the start area (less than one mile from the hotel!)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Post-race celebration on Sunday evening<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Services of Marathon Tours &amp; Travel staff at the hotel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Guaranteed Entry is an additional cost (\u00a3495)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Niagara Features:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Monday flight from Chicago (ORD) to Buffalo (BUF)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Transfer from Airport to Marriott on the Falls<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Two nights\u2019 accommodation at the 4* Marriott on the Falls<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Maid of the Mist ticket<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Farewell dinner in Niagara<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Transfer from Niagara to Toronto<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Two nights\u2019 accommodation at the 4* Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Daily Breakfasts<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Hotel taxes<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<div><strong>Toronto Features:<\/strong><\/div>\r\n<div>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3\u00a0nights\u2019 accommodation at 4* Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Daily breakfasts, except on arrival day\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hotel taxes\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Welcome drink and reception\u202f\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shakeout\u202frun\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pre-race pasta dinner\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Post race drinks and celebration\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Guidance and support from Marathon Tours &amp; Travel in Toronto<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<strong>Please Note:<\/strong>\r\n<div class=\"Detail Body\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Entry only is not allowed.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Room types available are Double Rooms (one bed\/ two persons), Twin Rooms (two beds\/two persons) or Single (one bed\/one person).<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Triple and Quad and Children rates available upon request.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Additional nights based on request and availability.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Marathon Tours &amp; Travel\u2019s policy is that anyone staying in our room block must be part of our package.\u00a0 If you plan to bring a spouse or guest, they must purchase our package. For example, if there are two of you, the rate would be the double occupancy rate (per person).\u00a0 If you purchase a single occupancy rate package, then only you are allowed in your room.\u00a0 To attend any of our activities, you must be part of our package.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Not Included:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Race entry fee<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Meals unless noted above<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Gratuities and tips unless noted above<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Travel Insurance<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Transportation to Chicago &amp; from Toronto<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3><\/h3>\r\n<h3><strong>A longer stay?<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<a href=\"mailto:info@marathontours.co.uk\">Contact us<\/a> for a quote or use our easy booking tool to cost and book.\r\n\r\nFor those of you chasing your Abbott World Marathon majors, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/chicago-marathon-abbottwmm-package\/\">Bank of America Chicago Marathon Official AbbottWMM Package!<\/a>\r\n<h3><strong>Room Policy<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nMarathon Tours &amp; Travel's policy is that anyone staying in our room block must be part of our package. If you plan to bring a spouse or guest, they must purchase our package. For example, if there are two of you, the rate would be the double occupancy rate (per person). If you purchase a single occupancy rate package, then only you are allowed in your room. 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The official end vehicle will start following the last starter and maintain a 15-minute per mile pace along the race course.\r\n\r\n<strong>Abbott Chicago 5K - Book with chicago5K.com:\u00a0<\/strong>The Abbott Chicago 5K takes place one day before the Bank of America Chicago Marathon and is the perfect way for marathoners, fans of the sport or friends and family to experience Chicago and take part in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon weekend. The 3.1-mile course previews a section of the Chicago Marathon as it weaves past iconic downtown landmarks. The race kicks off in Grant Park and finishes on LaSalle St. near the Chicago Board of Trade. In recognition of each runner\u2019s participation on race day, the event will make a two-dollar donation to the <a href=\"https:\/\/diabetes.org\/\">American Diabetes Association<\/a> for each participant who crosses the finish line. 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