2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon: Common Questions and Application Process

When and Where is the 2024 Chicago Marathon?

The 46th Bank of America Chicago Marathon will take place on Sunday, October 8, 2024, in Grant Park, Chicago, Illinois.

How Do I Apply for the 2024 Chicago Marathon?

Applications for the 2024 Chicago Marathon opened on August 17, 2023, and will close on November 16, 2023. Runners can apply through the Chicago Marathon website.

Guaranteed Entry Options

• Charity Program
• Time Qualifiers
• International Elite Athletes

Non-Guaranteed Entry Options

• Chicago Marathon Lottery

What is the 2024 Chicago Marathon Entry Fee?

The entry fee for the 2024 Chicago Marathon varies based on the entry method. Click here for the latest fee information.

What is the 2024 Chicago Marathon Course Like?

The Chicago Marathon course is a flat, fast course that starts and finishes in Grant Park. The course winds its way through 29 Chicago neighborhoods, including iconic landmarks such as Wrigley Field and Buckingham Fountain.

Who is Running in the 2024 Chicago Marathon?

The 2024 Chicago Marathon will feature a world-class field of runners, including two of the top 10 fastest women of all time and two world record holders. The race will also welcome a new field of runners who secured an entry through a drawing.

How Many People Run the Chicago Marathon Each Year?

The Chicago Marathon is one of the largest marathons in the world, with over 45,000 participants in 2023. The 2024 race is expected to have a similar number of participants.

What is the 2024 Chicago Marathon Prize Money?

The 2024 Chicago Marathon prize money has not yet been announced. However, in 2023, the total prize purse was $1.5 million, with $100,000 going to the male and female winners.

What is the Chicago Marathon World Marathon Major?

The Chicago Marathon is one of the six World Marathon Majors, which are the most prestigious marathons in the world. The other World Marathon Majors are the Tokyo Marathon, Boston Marathon, London Marathon, Berlin Marathon, and New York City Marathon.