Results & Live Tracking — Chicago Half Marathon 2026
On Sunday, September 27, 2026, the South Side lakefront belongs to the runners.
Live tracking and results via ChronoTrack.
Results & Live → 🌐 Official Website →The Life Time Chicago Half Marathon & 5K returns on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Start and finish are in historic Jackson Park, right next to the Museum of Science and Industry.
The 13.1-mile course winds through Hyde Park and the South Side neighborhoods before heading onto traffic-free Lake Shore Drive, with the Chicago skyline as a constant backdrop. Fast and flat, it is a favorite for PR hunters.
The half marathon starts at 7:00 AM and the 5K at 7:45 AM. The Finish Festival opens at 8:00 AM, awards follow at 9:00 AM and the Kids Run (ages 2-12) starts at 10:00 AM. The course closes at 11:30 AM.
Charity runners can also join Make-A-Wish Illinois with a fundraising goal of $500 each.
Race day 2026 race-day schedule
Course key points
| Course point | Info | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Park START & FINISH | Next to the Museum of Science and Industry | Finish Festival |
| Hyde Park COURSE | South Side neighborhoods | Historic streets |
| Lake Shore Drive TRAFFIC-FREE | Lakefront | Skyline views |
| Course closing 11:30 AM | Half Marathon | Final shuttles at noon |
| LIFE TIME Chicago Half Marathon & 5K | ||
Frequently asked questions: Chicago Half Marathon 2026
When is the 2026 Chicago Half Marathon?
On Sunday, September 27, 2026, starting and finishing in Jackson Park, Chicago.
Where can I find the 2026 results?
Results and live tracking are published via ChronoTrack.
What time do the races start?
The half marathon starts at 7:00 AM, the 5K at 7:45 AM and the Kids Run at 10:00 AM.
Is the Chicago Half Marathon course flat?
Yes, the course is fast and flat, running through Hyde Park and along traffic-free Lake Shore Drive.
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