Chicago Marathon 2026
📅 Sunday, October 11, 2026
📝 About Chicago Marathon 2026
Routed through 29 neighborhoods on a fast, flat loop course starting and finishing in Grant Park, the Chicago Marathon offers runners a unique tour of the city's diverse cultural fabric, from Pilsen's Mexican murals to Chinatown to the Magnificent Mile. The race is one of six World Marathon Majors and has been the site of world records, including Kelvin Kiptum's men's record of 2:00:35 set in 2023 and Paula Radcliffe's former women's record in 2002. With approximately 45,000 participants and 1.7 million spectators annually, it ranks among the largest marathons globally. The October timing provides generally favorable racing conditions, with cool temperatures off Lake Michigan that help produce consistently fast finishing times across the entire field.
📋 Quick Facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Day of the Week
- Sunday
- Days Remaining
- 162
- Category
- Sports
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 162 days until Chicago Marathon 2026 on Sunday, October 11, 2026.
Chicago Marathon 2026 is on Sunday, October 11, 2026.
Routed through 29 neighborhoods on a fast, flat loop course starting and finishing in Grant Park, the Chicago Marathon offers runners a unique tour of the city's diverse cultural fabric, from Pilsen's Mexican murals to Chinatown to the Magnificent Mile. The race is one of six World Marathon Majors and has been the site of world records, including Kelvin Kiptum's men's record of 2:00:35 set in 2023 and Paula Radcliffe's former women's record in 2002. With approximately 45,000 participants and 1.7 million spectators annually, it ranks among the largest marathons globally. The October timing provides generally favorable racing conditions, with cool temperatures off Lake Michigan that help produce consistently fast finishing times across the entire field.
Chicago Marathon 2026 falls on a Sunday.