Team Chicago Run

2027 Team Chicago Run Opportunities

Guaranteed entry for the following races (pending application approval):

  • 2027 ASICS Los Angeles Marathon

  • 2027 Bank of America Chicago 13.1

  • 2027 Bank of America Chicago Marathon

2027 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Application

Apply by Monday, October 5th for priority application review. Accepted athletes will receive their 2027 Athlete Agreement by Tuesday, October 6th. 

  • October 5th Application deadline for priority review at 12:00 pm CT.

  • October 6th Priority applicants receive acceptance and formal athlete agreement from Chicago Run.

  • October 7th Signed athlete agreements must be returned by 5:00 pm CT. 

  • October 8th Priority runners with signed athlete agreements receive a unique guaranteed entry registration code for the 2027 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.

All applications submitted after 12pm CT on Monday, October 5th can expect a response by Friday, October 16th. Our office will be closed between Friday, October 9th and Tuesday, October 13th to celebrate our 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon runners.

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Other Ways to Join

Self-Secured Entry

If you have already gained entry to the marathon as a legacy, deferral, time qualifier, or if you received an entry through the drawing, you can still choose to join Team Chicago Run as a way to bring more meaning to your experience.

Fundraising Commitment: $650 - Includes all Team Chicago Run benefits, race weekend activities, and includes virtual or group training.

Corporate Team Entry

Are you interested in creating a corporate team with Team Chicago Run?

Corporate teams of 5+ runners receive access to exclusive Team Chicago Run perks. Email tcr@chicagorun.org to learn more about opportunities for 2027!

The Team Chicago Run Experience

  • Complimentary training program Powered by Fleet Feet (virtual and group options) to motivate and prepare runners of all experience levels (only apply to Chicago and New York-based races)

  • Team Chicago Run marathon singlet or shirt for race day

  • Exclusive team opportunities, including virtual and in-person events to support your training, activities to connect you to our mission, celebrations to build a Team Chicago Run community, and a kick-off party to start the season

  • Fundraising guidance and tools to help you meet and exceed your individual fundraising goal

  • Incentives, challenges, and raffle prizes throughout fundraising season

A woman smiling and making peace signs with both hands, participating in a marathon among a crowd of runners on a sunny day.
A smiling woman running in a marathon, wearing a blue and orange athletic tank top, with arms raised in a celebratory gesture, surrounded by other runners on a city street during daytime.
A woman running in a marathon, smiling, wearing a black shirt with yellow and orange text that says 'TEAM CHICAGO RUN'. She is holding a phone and wearing a race bib with the number J 40262. There are other runners around her, and trees in the background.
A male marathon runner wearing a blue tank top, black shorts, and sunglasses, smiling and celebrating as he crosses the finish line of the Chicago Marathon.
A woman with sunglasses embraces a man during a race event, with spectators cheering in the background.

Support 2026 Team Chicago Run

The funds raised by Team Chicago Run make an immediate impact on youth by securing coaching and safe spaces to move. By donating to Team Chicago Run you create opportunities for young people to feel steadfast, supported, and connected to their community. 

Our 2026 Fundraising Athletes are making a huge difference, and their miles are critical to work we do. Click below to support their efforts today!

2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon

2026 TCS New York City  Marathon

2027 ASICS Los Angeles Marathon

A special thanks to the Team Chicago Run corporate partners