Chicago Marathon 2024 Weekend Events
3run2 Party after the 2023 Chicago Marathon
Running the race is only a part of the fun of Chicago Marathon weekend! Because it’s such a large event, there are always many special events and brand activations happening around the city. It’s a great way to connect with the broader running community.
Below is a run down of the events [and the links with more details + to register] happening for the 2024 Chicago Marathon weekend. Most events are free, but any fees are detailed on the registration page.
Whether you’re running the race, coming into town to cheer on loved ones, or you live in Chicago and want to be a part of the excitement, there is an event for you! If you are running on Sunday, though, make sure you don’t go too crazy with the number of events you attend - you don’t want to be exhausted when you get to the start line!
Thursday, October 10
11am-6pm - Abbott Health & Fitness Expo [location details]
5pm - PYNRS x Brooks Carb Load Welcome Party [details + RSVP]
6pm - Shakeout Run with Shokz [details + RSVP]
6:30pm - 3run2 social run [RSVP]
Friday, October 11
6:40am - West Town Brew Crew x Family Style x New Balance Shakeout Run + Coffee [details + RSVP]
9am-6pm - Abbott Health & Fitness Expo [location details]
9am - Pendry Shakeout Run + Wellness Event [register]
12-6pm: On Running x [several run clubs] Community Day [details + RSVP]
5pm - rabbit x Kofuzi Shakeout Run [join waitlist]
6:30pm - Live Show of “Nobody Asked Us presented by Brooks” with Des + Kara [join waitlist]
6:45pm - Alleycat Chicago checkpoint race [details]
7pm - PYNRS Spin the Block @ 172 N. Racine Ave
Saturday, October 12
7:30am - Abbott Chicago 5K [this event has reached capacity]
9am-6pm - Abbott Health & Fitness Expo [location details]
10am - PYNRS x Brooks Chasing Majors Panel [details + RSVP]
There are a lot of shakeout runs on Saturday, as well! Here are a few of them:
8am - PYNRS x Brooks All Crew Shakeout Run [details + RSVP]
8am - Tracksmith Shakeout Run [details + RSVP]
8am - Heartbreak Shakeout Run [RSVP]
8am - Bandit Shakeout Run [details + RSVP]
8am - The Mini Marathon [2.62] with NOBULL + Laura Green [RSVP]
9am - Kofuzi Run Club x Asics x Fleet Feet [details]
9am - Vuori x Electric Athletic Club Shakeout Run [details + RSVP]
9am - Believe in the Run x Fleet Feet x New Balance [details]
9am - On Running x Gold Coast Running Club [details]
10am - Sprints Running x Realistic Runners Shakeout Run + Walk [RSVP]
Several local running groups are also doing shakeout runs, including 3run2 and Peace Runners. Details can be found on Instagram.
Sunday, October 13
10:30am-2pm - Bandit Post-Race Portraits [details + RSVP]
5pm - Lakeview Run Club Post-Marathon Party [buy tickets]
5pm - Heartbreak After Party [RSVP]
6pm - On Running x Venados After Party @ Monochrome Brewing [details]
8pm - Peace Runners 773 Marathon After Party [buy tickets]
9pm - 7onSundays South Side Marathon After Party [buy tickets]
9pm - 3run2 x New Balance Post-Marathon Dance Party [buy tickets]
Monday, October 14
9am-4pm - The Recovery Experience presented by Altra [details + RSVP]
9am - Tracksmith Poster Stamping [details] - also on Sunday
9am-1pm - Bandit Post-Race Portraits [details + RSVP]
12pm - Medals, Mimosas, & Medal Engraving @ Frame Chicago [details]
*Some of these events are also part of larger pop-ups for brands, including Bandit, Heartbreak Running, PYNRS, On Running, Tracksmith, and more!
Know of an event that’s missing? Contact me with the link and I’ll add it!