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26.2 miles for the kids

Bank of America Chicago Marathon® | Sunday, October 10, 2027

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Goal: $1,000,000

Congrats Marathon Team 2026! Check back soon for updates.

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Team Benefits

For the past two decades, hundreds of runners have come together to run the Bank of America Chicago Marathon while supporting the patients and families at Lurie Children's. You'll receive experienced coaching, expert fundraising advice, support from our staff and a race day singlet. You'll also get a personal fundraising page where you can post messages and photos, and manage email campaigns. Throughout their training, runners work towards the required fundraising goal to help ensure a brighter and healthier future for our patients.

  • Guaranteed entry for the 2027 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
  • Complimentary 18-week training program through Fleet Feet Training.
  • Lurie Children’s Marathon Team running singlet for race day and two t-shirts for your supporters.
  • Team Kick-Off Party and Team Pasta Dinner to meet fellow team members.
  • Fundraising incentives and online tools to help you exceed your individual fundraising goal.
  • Exclusive race day access to Race Day Resort provided by Fleet Feet Training.
  • Dedicated staff contact to support you in your journey to reach your goals.
  • The incredible feeling of knowing that your effort and endurance will provide a brighter and healthier future for the 260,000 patients treated at Lurie Children’s each year.
 

PLEASE NOTE: Runners must complete all Lurie Children’s Marathon Team requirements AND Bank of America Chicago Marathon registration requirements, including payment of the runner fee to the Chicago Marathon.

Registering for our team DOES NOT automatically register you for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Steps to secure your entry through Bank of America will be emailed to you after registering with our team.

Learn more at www.chicagomarathon.com

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26.2
miles

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29
neighborhoods

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Support
families

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Fund life-
saving care

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More Ways to Run for Kids

If this spots for this race are full or you are looking for a different challenge, Team Lurie Children’s participates in races across the country all year long. From marathons to fun runs, there are plenty of opportunities to join Team Lurie Children’s and make every mile matter.

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