The Run Chi-Town “Windy City” 5k/10k/13.1 Marathon is a limited-capacity run that takes place in Chicago, Illinois. This event has three races, the 5k, 10k, and half marathon, and entrants can run as many as they wish. Start time depends on the wave that each person is in–there are 15 to 20 participants per wave. The first wave starts at 8 am, the next at 8:30 am, and the final wave is at 9 am. The marathon even accommodates late arrivals, with coordinators available until 3 hours after the first wave. Run Chi-Town is highly inclusive, open to runners and walkers, children and adults. Runners can also opt for the Virtual Run Option, which includes the support of a coach that sends texts during the run. Race timing is optional. All participants in the Run Chi-Town Race will be mailed a swag bag after the race, which includes a customizable T-shirt (name, run time, and/or date). Finishers will get a medal, which is mailed to them with the bag. Participants also get access to a virtual community of runners. If a participant runs all three races, they get a custom runner’s trophy.
Run Chi-Town Windy City 5k 10k & 13.1 Race
November 25, 2023
Chicago
Road
Ready to sign up?
1,000-10,000
Fast & Flat
Urban
High: 43°
/ Low: 29°
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Overview
The Run Chi-Town “Windy City” 5k/10k/13.1 Marathon is a limited-capacity run that takes place in Chicago, Illinois. This event has three races, the 5k, 10k, and half marathon, and entrants can run as many as they wish. Start time depends on the wave that each person is in–there are 15 to 20 participants per wave. The first wave starts at 8 am, the next at 8:30 am, and the final wave is at 9 am. The marathon even accommodates late arrivals, with coordinators available until 3 hours after the first wave. Run Chi-Town is highly inclusive, open to runners and walkers, children and adults. Runners can also opt for the Virtual Run Option, which includes the support of a coach that sends texts during the run. Race timing is optional. All participants in the Run Chi-Town Race will be mailed a swag bag after the race, which includes a customizable T-shirt (name, run time, and/or date). Finishers will get a medal, which is mailed to them with the bag. Participants also get access to a virtual community of runners. If a participant runs all three races, they get a custom runner’s trophy.
Course Description
Visit the race website for current course description.
Past Results
Run Chi-Town Windy City 5k 10k & 13.1 Race Course Map
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