4 events in Chicago, Illinois
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4 events in Chicago-
Sat, May 02, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
🌅Run at Sunrise with pretty scenic views!
Start your day — and your journey — with a breathtaking sunrise and fellow runners chasing greatness.
Overview:
Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.
This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.
All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!
There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!
When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.
Timing:
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Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.
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No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!
What You Get (Swag Bag):
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Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)
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Finisher's Towel or Giveaway
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Finisher's Medal!
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Digital Training Pack
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Online Results & Certificate of Completion
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Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs
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We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.
Packet Pickup:
No hassle of picking up packets required!
-Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)
- Race bibs are provided on race day
When will I get my Swag?
You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.
Race Updates:
We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.
Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)
Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!
Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: [email protected])
(Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis)
Wave A: 7:30AM
Wave B: 8:00AM
Wave C: 8:30AM
Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)
Are there any other Questions we missed?
https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/
Virtual Run Option:
- Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run.
Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal!
Race Bundle:
Sign-up for more races and get a discount!
Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:
If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business!
https://www.thebestraces.com/events
Team Glo Volunteers:
If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/
Be part of the Journey!
Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com
Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)
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Sun, Oct 11, 2026
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Sun, Oct 11, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
Dream Travel Canada is back in Chicago for the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon! One of the world’s largest and fastest marathons will take over the streets of The Windy City!
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors and Dream Travel is proud to bring you guaranteed entries into this premier event!
This prestigious event takes place on Sunday, October 11th, 2026 with 55,000 runners from around the world! Finish this incredibly fast course that has seen many world records broken!
2026 marks our 23nd year providing guaranteed entries and escorting runners and spectators to races of all distances around the world! We’re glad that you are considering running this phenomenal marathon with us!
Dream Travel will be on site the entire race weekend to assist you and make your trip as exciting and stress-free as possible! And we’re proud to say that everyone who works at Dream Travel is a runner so we know how to make your trip less stressful and more enjoyable!
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Where: Chicago, Illinois
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Date: Sunday, October 11th, 2026
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Distance: Marathon - 42.195 KM
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Cutoff Time: 6 hours and 30 minutes
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Minimum Age: 16 years old on race day (must have parents consent from ages 16-17)
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Registration Deadline: August 16, 2026.
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Qualification Time Required: None
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Required Travel Docs for Canadians: A valid passport.
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Official Race Website: Click here
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Package prices are in USD
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Deposit amount: $650.00 CAD plus the Race Roster fee
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Second Deposit: $400.00 USD (you may pay in CAD) due by January 16, 2026
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Final payment due by: June 15th, 2026
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Dream Travel will be on-site: Yes
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Accepted Currencies and ways to pay: Credit card or Wise in USD or CAD or a
CAD e-transfer. When paying in CAD, we will convert your payment to USD and apply it to the package. Initial deposit will be collected in CAD. You may choose how to pay the 2nd and final invoice.
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Location: The Abbott Health & Fitness Expo
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Dates and Times: TBD
*Dates and times are subject to change. Please watch the race website here for updates.
*All runners MUST attend the expo in person in order to obtain your bib. No one may pick up on your behalf.
Step 1 – Carefully read and understand all the information below.
Step 2 – Meet requirements (see “Who May Purchase” below)
Step 3 – Determine which package best suits your needs.
Step 4 – Place your deposit via the REGISTER button
Step 5 – Get training! You’re running the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon!
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Anyone who will be 16 or older on Sunday, October 11th, 2026 and is not a resident of the US may purchase one of our guaranteed entry packages.
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If you are not Canadian you must obtain permission from us before registering.
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Guaranteed entry into the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
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3 nights at the Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile (Oct 09-12)
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Daily breakfast and WiFi
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Beyond Limits Docu-series
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Local city tax
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Finisher materials: medal, certificate
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Dream Travel Canada Representative on site all weekend!
Not included with your Package
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Travel insurance
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Airfare
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Airport transfers
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Meals
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Items of a personal nature or not listed
*2 Runners Sharing – A package for a couple or two friends, both of whom are running with entries from Dream Travel and sharing one room. Price is per person.
*1 Runner/1 Non Runner – A package for either someone traveling on their own and wants their own room, or, one runner and one additional person in the room who either is not running or already has an entry via the lottery or time qualification. Price is the total for both people. If you want more than 2 people in your room you will need to upgrade to a larger one. Contact us for details and rates.
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Contact Dream Travel
If you have any questions about the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon or our packages, please contact us at:
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Email: [email protected]
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Contact Information: Yvonne Davis
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Phone: 1 877 601 7275
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Local Clubs & Organizations
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Club[email protected] (312) 880-7811
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USA Swimming Club. 42 members.
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USA Swimming Club. 1716 members.
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USA Swimming Club. 43 members.
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Club[email protected] (312) 806-7951