FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Registration for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon,
Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock Shuffle Opens this Month
CHICAGO - Today the teams behind Chicago's premier racing portfolio
announced registration information for the events that will make up the
third annual Bank of America Chicago Distance Series. The Distance Series
connects the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock
Shuffle 8K Run in a unique challenge that rewards participants who finish
all three events in 2025 with an exclusive medal and guaranteed entry to
the 2026 Chicago Marathon. Individuals interested in participating are
encouraged to get their names in early to ensure they can take part in the
series. Registration for the Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock Shuffle launches
today with special discounted pricing. The four-week application period for
the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon will open on Tuesday, October 22.
"We have been humbled by the incredible support the running community has
shown the Bank of America Chicago Distance Series since its inception in
2023," said Carey Pinkowski, executive race director of the Bank of America
Chicago Marathon, Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock Shuffle. "We look forward to
building on the success the Distance Series has already experienced as we
welcome legacy athletes and first timers alike to the streets of Chicago
throughout the outdoor running season next year."
2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon application
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon, a member of the Abbott World Marathon
Majors and an internationally renowned event, will begin accepting
applications for the 47th running of the event at 10 a.m. (U.S. Central
Time) on Tuesday, October 22. Registration will be conducted through a
non-guaranteed entry drawing and a series of guaranteed entry applications.
Interested individuals will have until 2 p.m. (U.S. Central Time) on
Thursday, November 21 to apply for either a guaranteed or non-guaranteed
entry. The cost of an entry is $245 for United States residents and $255
for those residing outside of the United States.
Guaranteed entry
Individuals can qualify for an entry into the 2025 Bank of America Chicago
Marathon through several guaranteed entry opportunities:
- Time qualifiers who have met the event's age-graded qualifying standards
or qualify for the event's High Performance Division.
- Legacy finishers who have completed the Chicago Marathon five or more
times within the last 10 years.
- Registered participants who cancelled their 2024 entry.
- Charity participants who are fundraising for an official charity as part
of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Program.
- International runners (non-U.S.) participating in the International Tour
Group Program.
- Runners who completed the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Distance Series by
finishing the 2024 Shamrock Shuffle 8K Run, Chicago 13.1 and Chicago
Marathon.
Non-guaranteed entry drawing
Those who do not qualify for a guaranteed entry can apply for the
non-guaranteed entry drawing. The event will select names from the full
pool of non-guaranteed entry applicants and notify applicants of their
selection status on Thursday, December 12.
The 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon will take place on Sunday,
October 12, 2025. Additional details about the 2025 application are
available at chicagomarathon.com/apply.
2025 Bank of America Chicago 13.1 registration
The Bank of America Chicago 13.1 offers a unique experience, encouraging
runners to explore the neighborhoods of Chicago's West Side. The 4th annual
half marathon will kick off on Sunday, June 1, 2025, with a course that
weaves through the historic parks and boulevards of the West Side, starting
and finishing in Garfield Park. Following the race, participants and
community members are encouraged to celebrate at the Race Day Festival,
featuring a mix of entertainment, health and wellness activities and
community activations.
Registration for the 2025 event is now open. Individuals who sign up
through Tuesday, October 22, 2024, have access to a special $102 entry fee
in celebration of the Bank of America Chicago Distance Series. The entry
fee will increase to $112 at 11:59 p.m. (U.S. Central Time) on Tuesday,
October 22, 2024.
Additional details about the 2025 event and registration information are
available at chicago13point1.com.
2025 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle registration
The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle is regarded as the official kick-off
to the running season and a continuation of the city's St. Patrick's Day
celebrations. On Sunday, March 23, 2025, the race will treat participants
to a one-of-a-kind 8K Run (4.97 miles) through Chicago's Loop. Fitness
enthusiasts not ready to tackle the 8K Run are encouraged to join The Mile
event on Saturday, March 22, or the 2-Mile Walk on Sunday. All three events
will start and finish in Chicago's Grant Park.
Registration for the 2025 events is now open. Individuals who sign up for
the 8K Run through Tuesday, October 22, 2024, have access to a special $46
entry fee in celebration of the Bank of America Chicago Distance Series.
The entry fee will increase to $51 at 11:59 p.m. (U.S. Central Time) on
Tuesday, October 22, 2024.
Registration for the 2-Mile Walk is $41. The entry fee for The Mile event
$25 and $15 for youth ages 8 to 12.
Additional details about the 2025 event and registration information are
available at shamrockshuffle.com.
About the Bank of America Chicago Marathon
In its 47th year on Sunday, October 12, 2025, the Bank of America Chicago
Marathon will welcome thousands of participants from more than 100
countries and all 50 states, including a world-class professional athlete
field, top regional and Masters runners, race veterans, debut marathoners
and charity participants. The race's iconic course takes participants
through 29 vibrant neighborhoods on an architectural and cultural tour of
Chicago. Annually, more than a million spectators line the streets cheering
on tens of thousands of participants from the start line to the final
stretch down Columbus Drive. As a result of the race's national and
international draw, the Chicago Marathon assists in raising millions of
dollars for a variety of charitable causes while generating over $547
million in annual economic impact to its host city. The 2025 Bank of
America Chicago Marathon, a member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors,
will start and finish in Grant Park beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday,
October 12. In advance of the race, a three-day Abbott Health & Fitness
Expo will be held at McCormick Place Convention Center on Thursday, October
9, Friday, October 10, and Saturday, October 11. For more information about
the event and how to get involved, go to chicagomarathon.com.
About the Bank of America Chicago 13.1
The fourth annual Bank of America Chicago 13.1 offers runner a unique
experience, bringing a world-class half marathon to the neighborhoods of
Chicago's West Side. The 13.1-mile course weaves through the historic parks
and boulevards of the West Side, starting and finishing in Garfield Park
with scenic loops through Humboldt and Douglass Parks. A two-day Packet
Pick-up will be held on Friday, May 30 and Saturday, May 31. The weekend
celebrations will culminate with the half marathon and race day festival on
Sunday, June 1, 2025. For more information about the event and how to get
involved, go to chicago13point1.com.
About the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle
Long recognized as an annual rite of spring, a celebration of St. Patrick's
Day and the kickoff to the outdoor running season in Chicago, the 44th
annual Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle treats participants to a scenic 8K
run through downtown Chicago and a two-mile walk along Chicago's lakefront.
The 8K Run will kick off at 8:30 a.m., followed by the 2-Mile Walk at 9:30
a.m. on Sunday, March 23, 2025. Following the race participants can enjoy
live music at the Post-Race Party in Grant Park. In advance of the event,
the two-day Packet Pick-up will take place in Grant Park on Friday, March
21 and Saturday, March 22. In addition to attending Packet Pick-up,
participants are encouraged to join The Mile on Saturday, March 22. For
more information about the event and how to get involved, go to
shamrockshuffle.com.
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