Whereas runners around the globe are making their last preparations for the 2025 Financial institution of America Chicago Marathon, these seeking to run Chicago’s collection of iconic races subsequent yr can begin signing up now.
Registration data was introduced Thursday for the third annual Financial institution of America Chicago Distance Collection, that includes the Shamrock Shuffle 8K run, the Chicago 13.1 and the marathon races.
The Distance Collection connects every of the occasions, difficult runners to complete all three races in a single yr. Carrying out the feat ensures runners a spot within the 2027 Financial institution of America Chicago Marathon, together with an unique medal.
Registration for the Chicago 13.1 and the Shamrock Shuffle opens Thursday “with particular discounted pricing,” in response to organizers. Registration for the 2026 Chicago Marathon opens Oct. 21.
“We’re thrilled to proceed the Financial institution of America Chicago Distance Collection in 2026,” Carey Pinkowski, govt race director of all three occasions, mentioned in a press release. “The Distance Collection has been profitable as a result of dedication of the operating neighborhood, and we sit up for working with and welcoming returning and first time athletes alike all through subsequent yr’s outside operating season.”
These eager about collaborating within the Distance Collection are inspired to register and apply early to make sure their spots within the races.
Registration particulars for the races might be discovered under:
2026 Financial institution of America Chicago Marathon utility
The marathon will start accepting functions for the 48th operating of the occasion at 10 a.m. CT on Oct. 21. The registration window will shut at 2 p.m. CT on Nov. 18.
There are two registration choices: Non-guaranteed entry drawing and a assured entry functions. The price of an entry is $250 for United States residents and $260 for these residing outdoors of america.
Listed below are the necessities:
Assured entry
In an effort to qualify for assured entry, runners want to satisfy one of many observe:
- Time qualifiers who’ve met the occasion’s age-graded qualifying requirements or qualify for the occasion’s Excessive Efficiency Division.
- Legacy finishers who’ve accomplished the Chicago Marathon 5 or extra occasions throughout the final 10 years.
- Registered individuals who canceled their 2025 entry.
- Charity individuals who’re fundraising for an official charity as a part of the Financial institution of America Chicago Marathon Charity Program.
- Runners collaborating with an official tour operator as a part of the Financial institution of America Chicago Marathon Tour Operator Program.
- Runners who accomplished the 2025 Financial institution of America Chicago Distance Collection by ending the 2025 Shamrock Shuffle 8K Run, Chicago 13.1 and Chicago Marathon.
Non-guaranteed entry drawing
Those that don’t qualify for a assured entry can apply for the non-guaranteed entry drawing. Runners shall be notified if their title was chosen on Dec. 11.
The 2026 Financial institution of America Chicago Marathon will happen on Oct. 11, 2026. Extra particulars in regards to the 2026 utility can be found at chicagomarathon.com/apply.
2026 Financial institution of America Chicago 13.1 registration
The fifth annual half marathon is about to happen on June 7, 2026 on Chicago’s West Aspect.
Those that join via Oct. 21, have entry to a particular $110 entry price. That price will improve to $120 at 11:59 p.m. CT on Oct. 21, 2025.
Discover out extra in regards to the 2026 occasion right here.
2026 Financial institution of America Shamrock Shuffle registration
The annual kickoff to outside operating season, which additionally marks a serious a part of Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, steps off on March 22, 2026, in Chicago’s Loop. For these not able to sort out the 8K Run there are additionally choices for The Mile occasion on March 21, or the 2-Mile Stroll on March 22. All three occasions will begin and end in Chicago’s Grant Park.
Registration for the 2026 occasions is now open.
Those that join the 8K run by Oct. 21, have entry to a particular $51 entry price in celebration of the Distance Collection. That price will improve to $56 at 11:59 p.m. CT on Oct. 21.
Registration for the 2-Mile Stroll is $51. The entry price for The Mile occasion is $25 and $15 for youth ages 8 to 12. Extra particulars might be discovered right here.
