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Bank of America Chicago Marathon
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon welcomes thousands of participants from more than 100 countries and all 50 states, including a world-class elite field, top regional and Masters runners, race veterans, debut marathoners and charity participants. The race’s iconic course takes participants through 29 vibrant neighborhoods on an architectural and cultural tour of Chicago. The 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, a member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, will start and finish in Grant Park on Sunday, October 8, 2023. In advance of the race, a three-day Abbott Health & Fitness Expo will be held at McCormick Place Convention Center on Thursday, October 5, Friday, October 6, and Saturday, October 7. For more information about the event and how to get involved, go to chicagomarathon.com.
photo © 2022 Bank of America Chicago Marathon/Kevin Morris
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Grant Park
Proudly referred to as Chicago’s “front yard,” Grant Park is a public park, 313 acres located in Chicago’s central business district in the Loop Community…
Neighborhood
South Loop
Feast your eyes on massive murals, absorb fascinating history, and wander an iconic lakefront park.
Learn more about the area
Venue
Tours & Attractions, Beaches/Gardens/Parks
Grant Park
Proudly referred to as Chicago’s “front yard,” Grant Park is a public park, 313 acres located in Chicago’s central business district in the Loop Community…
Neighborhood
South Loop
Feast your eyes on massive murals, absorb fascinating history, and wander an iconic lakefront park.
