Welcome to the Chicago Half Marathon & 5K

The 13^th Running of the Chicago Half Marathon & 5K takes place on Sunday, September 13, 2009. The 12^th Annual Chicago Half Marathon & 5K sold out at 17,500 participants. Don’t miss your chance to participate in this 13^th annual event.

The start and finish line of the Half Marathon and 5K will be in Jackson Park, just south of the Museum of Science and Industry at the intersection of Hayes & Richards. Jackson Park, once the site of the 1893 World Columbian Exposition , is over 600 acres and provides recreational opportunities for athletes, nature lovers and beach goers alike.

The Chicago Half Marathon gives you the chance to run on Lake Shore Drive! This scenic 13.1 mile course will start and finish in Jackson Park and showcase the south lakefront, the Jackson Park Golf Course and the Midway Plaisance on the University of Chicago campus. The Lake Shore Drive stretch offers beautiful views of the great Chicago Skyline..

Event Highlights & Premiums

• Sold out early in 2008 and only accepting 20,000 registrations for 2009
• Scenic view of downtown Chicago and Lake Michigan
• Custom finishers medal
• Commemorative Technical long-sleeve T-shirt
• Computerized Timing & Scoring
• Great course support
• Entertainment throughout the course
• Outstanding post-race party in beautiful Jackson Park
• Water & Gatorade Endurance available at 10 aid stations along the route
• USATF certified course
• 13 minute per mile pace is required

There is NO PARKING at or near Jackson Park.  Participants are encouraged to use public transportation or utilize our shuttles to get to and from the racesite.  Participants who drive are not guaranteed to make the start of the race. 

» ReadmorePosted: 12/09/2008