45th Bank of America Chicago Marathon. 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th, 2023

Join us and participants, family and friends from around the globe at the 45th Bank of America Chicago Marathon. From packet pick-up to the 27th Mile Post-Race Party, here are some things you’ll want to know.

Abbott Health & Fitness Expo + Packet Pick-up

Where:
McCormick Place, Lakeside Center, 2301 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, IL 60616

When:
Thursday, October 5th: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Friday, October 6th: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Saturday, October 7th: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

This year marks the 45th Bank of America Chicago Marathon, and to celebrate we’ve built our own mini replica of Chicago complete with mannequins displaying historic race gear throughout the years. The booth also has a free charging station, a one-of-a-kind photo experience and a free gift. Be sure to grab a Merrill Bull Bell and some exclusive Bank of America swag while you’re there.

Bank of America Chicago Marathon – Photo: © 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon/Kevin Morris

Bank of America Cheer Zones

Where:
Mile 13 (110 N. Wacker)

Mile 26 (Michigan Ave. between 16th St. and Roosevelt Rd.)

Grab your Merrill Bull Bells here and join Bank of America along the racecourse with live entertainment (think DJs) as we cheer on the participants. We promise you don’t want to miss this!

Boston Qualified–That Was Fast!

Be sure to visit the Bank of America booth at the 27th Mile Post-Race Party to celebrate and recognize the participants that met their 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying time. Mark this incredible achievement with a keepsake photo opportunity and a bell-ringing moment.

27th Mile Post-Race Party

Where:
Butler Field, near the start line at Columbus Drive and Jackson Drive, Chicago, IL 60616

When:

Sunday, October 8th: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Source: Bank of America Chicago Marathon