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Become an Expo Vendor

Join us in The Windy City, for our 2-day, pre-race expo.

Why Exhibit?

The Pre-Race Party during the Life Time Chicago Half Marathon & 5K race weekend brings sponsors, vendors, retailers, nutritionists and more together for a unique event experience. This “party before the run” focuses on a unique experience for all visitors.

Participants will pick up their race number and participant shirt, and athletes throughout the community will find great deals on running and fitness gear, sample new products, and learn about new equipment, technology and nutrition.

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What our Partners Have to Say

Read why industry brands select the Pre-Race Party as part of their event marketing strategy.

National Running Center

“Thanks again for all your hard work to make it a successful expo for your vendors and runners! Thanks also for the vendor appreciation party. I do around 25 expos/year for the past 6 years and this is the first expo to have a vendor appreciation party! It speaks a lot about your company and events and the value you place on taking care of your vendors, so thank you!”

Team to End AIDS

“Life Time Staff are always working tirelessly to make the experience a positive one for the runners and vendors.” – Team to End AIDS

eXOsports

“The Life Time team are professionals, and handle issues that inevitably arise with candor, humor, and alacrity.” – eXOsports

Black Toe Running Co

“We have nothing but positives and superlatives for this, my first outdoor race expo experience. The management staff provided timely communications prior to, and during the event. Their enthusiastic support throughout the whole process was great. So was that of the volunteer staff. We thoroughly enjoyed this event.” – Black Toe Running Co.

Shefit

“Absolutely wonderful experience and the Partner Appreciation party went beyond expectations. We travel all around the country every weekend and can honestly say this was one of our favorite experiences.” – Shefit

Pre-Race Party Details

All participating athletes must visit the Pre-Race Party to pick up their race packets. For more packet pickup details, click here.

Mark your calendars and register for a booth at the Chicago Half Marathon & 5K Pre-Race Party on Friday, September 26 and Saturday, September 27, 2025. Pre-Race Party location, open hours and information will be provided soon. More to come!

BECOME A VENDOR

Interested in Exhibiting?

Submit your info and we’ll be in touch shortly with details, pricing and answers to your expo questions.

Interested in Becoming a Sponsor?

Want to Become a Sponsor?

Interested in not just exhibiting, but becoming a year-round sponsor of Life Time Chicago Half Marathon & 5K? Learn more about partnership opportunities and download our media kit.

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