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Chicago '25

The race in Chicago weaves through 29 bustling neighborhoods, acting as a love letter to the Windy City with stunning views and lively spectators that drive every mile. The course fosters athletic aspirations, keeping runners engaged with every hairpin turn as they complete the 26.2 miles.

Join us for a marathon weekend like no other.

DATES

October 8 - 13

LOCATION

Chicago Athletic Association
12 S Michigan Ave, 
Chicago, IL 60603

POP-UP HOURS

Wednesday: 12pm - 6pm
Thursday - Saturday: 10am - 6pm
Sunday: 12pm - 6pm
Monday: 9am - 6pm

Schedule of Events
11 Oct
Sat•8:30 AMCHI

Pre-Race Shakeout

Join us for a shakeout run ahead of race day, one last chance to get some miles in before the marathon. Meet us at 12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, at 8:30 AM, water and bananas, and we’ll set out for a 5k run at 9:00 AM.

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12 Oct
Sun•12:00 PM CHI

Marathon After-Party

Join the Tracksmith After-Party back at the CAA to commemorate a PR or commiserate over the struggle over a drink. We'll have a stamped poster and the commemorative Heirloom Hoodie available for finishers on a first-come first-served basis.

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12 Oct
Sun•12:00 PM & MON 9:00 AMCHI

Poster Stamping & Chain Stitching

Commemorate/Commiserate. No matter the outcome, this race will be stamped on your memory. Commemorate a PR or commiserate over the struggle with a free finisher’s poster hand stamped with your time. We'll also be providing custom chain stitching for your "one of a kind" Heirloom Hoodie.

Posters are first-come, first-served.

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Pre-Race Shakeout

Shake off your pre-race nerves with a community run hosted by Tracksmith. Join us ahead of race day for one last chance to get some miles in before the marathon. Route details will be shared on our Strava Event page prior to race weekend, and these runs are free to join.

Heirloom Hoodies

The Heirloom Hoodie is a one-of-a-kind marathon memento, adorned with patches that represent Chicago ‘25. Get yours on race weekend to have it manually customized by our onsite chain-stitcher. Plus, come back for future marathons to earn new patches.

Poster Stamping

For better or worse, this marathon will be stamped into your memory. Memorialize your race with your finish time stamped on our free commemorative poster. Whether you ran a new PR or were just happy to finish, this is an achievement worth celebrating. Available while supplies last.

A Collection of Classics

Alongside Tracksmith gear, the Chicago Pop-Up will have a selection of vintage running pieces curated by Running Supply. These tees and treasures from the 70s and 80s honor the heritage of our sport, preserving the history while celebrating the evolution. Shop exclusive one-of-one items, only available in-store.

In-Store Exclusives

Alongside this year’s commemorative Marathon Collection, we’ll also have in-store exclusives that you can only get throughout the weekend, including the Chicago Hat, a limited edition of the Trackhouse Crew and Grayboy Tee, and a free gift with purchase that honors Chicago ‘25.

Pop-Up Exclusive Product

Heirloom Sweatshirt
Women's Race Top
Men's Trackhouse Crew
Women's Trackhouse Crew
Trackhouse Tee

Race Day is Sacred

Every year, we design a limited-edition collection to honor the premier marathons, featuring performance and lifestyle pieces that commemorate the major moments. For 2025, we’ve taken note from some of our favorite athletes’ race day rituals – the paint-smeared sash is inspired by the likes of marathon legends Bill Rodgers and Joan Benoit, and the painter’s accessories that became routine in their race day kit.

Every runner has a race day ritual. The Marathon Collection is built to equip yours.

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