The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is known for its fast and flat course through one of the world’s most magnificent cities. Elite athletes and amateurs alike annually target the race for its potential to generate personal, national and world records. In addition to its speed, the course offers a scenic tour of Chicagoand its lively neighborhoods, as well as a convenient start and finish in beautiful Grant Park. You are guaranteed to see all that is great about the city of Chicago.
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is on October 9, 2011. Following are all the details participants need to make sure they are ready for race day.
Location Start Time
Location: Grant Park, Chicago
Wheelchair Start: 7:20 a.m. (CDT)
Marathon Start: 7:30 a.m. (CDT)
Location: Grant Park, Chicago
Wheelchair Start: 7:20 a.m. (CDT)
Marathon Start: 7:30 a.m. (CDT)
Age Groups and Awards
Participants will compete in the following Male and Female Age Groups: 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over.
Personal engraved finish medals will be awarded to the top five finishers in the above Age Groups.
Nike Pace Teams
Nike Pace Teams are comprised of marathon veteran who help others achieve their performance goals. Nike Pace Team Leaders will pace groups of runners according to the following finish times: 3:00, 3:10, 3:20, 3:30, 3:40, 3:45, 3:50, 3:55, 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45, 5:00, 5:15, 5:30 and 5:45. To learn more about Nike Pace Teams, including how to join and Frequently Asked Questions, click here.
Nike Pace Teams are comprised of marathon veteran who help others achieve their performance goals. Nike Pace Team Leaders will pace groups of runners according to the following finish times: 3:00, 3:10, 3:20, 3:30, 3:40, 3:45, 3:50, 3:55, 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45, 5:00, 5:15, 5:30 and 5:45. To learn more about Nike Pace Teams, including how to join and Frequently Asked Questions, click here.
Team Competition
Take your performance to the next level by forming a team and participating in the Team Competition. The Bank of America Chicago Marathon Team Competition is free and open to all runners, running club members, groups of friends, co-workers and corporate teams. The Team Competition offers two divisions: Red for competitive teams and Blue for runners of all abilities. The Team Competition offers Male, Female, Coed, and Masters categories, as well as combined finish time and age-graded scoring.
Click here for more information about the Team Competition.
27th Mile Post-Race Party
As soon as you cross the finish line, celebrate your achievement at the 27th Mile Post-Race Party located in Grant Park’s Butler Field. The outdoor celebrationfeatures live entertainment, food and beverages (available for purchase). Participants age 21 and older can redeem the tear-off portion of their bib number for a complimentary 312 Urban Wheat Ale, courtesy of Goose Island Beer Co. Photo ID is required.
Pasta Dinner Buffet
The Hilton Chicago Pasta Dinner Buffet will be held Saturday, October 8, from 4:30 to 9:00 p.m. at the Hilton Chicago (720 S. Michigan Ave.). Click here for more details.
The Hilton Chicago Pasta Dinner Buffet will be held Saturday, October 8, from 4:30 to 9:00 p.m. at the Hilton Chicago (720 S. Michigan Ave.). Click here for more details.
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