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Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Chicago, United States
October 9, 2027 to October 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km5 km
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Marathons (42.2 km) in Illinois
12 verified events with 47 individual races (8 confirmed dates) in Illinois complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events128 confirmed dates
Competitions47Races & courses
Distances1 - 163.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+917 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Quad Cities Marathon
East Moline, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
Point-to-PointLakes & Ponds+4
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Illinois Marathon
Champaign, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+2
Kids & Youth RacesCity Run
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Fox Valley Marathon
Aurora, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km32 km21.1 km5 km
Multi-DayLakes & Ponds+1
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Chicagoland Spring Marathon & Half Marathon
Chicago, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+1
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Ocean City Running Festival
West Ocean City, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
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Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2027 - Oct 10, 2027 | Bank of America Chicago Marathon | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 42.2 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Quad Cities Marathon | East Moline, Illinois, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Illinois Marathon | Champaign, Illinois, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Fox Valley Marathon | Aurora, Illinois, US | Road Running | 42.2 km32 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Chicagoland Spring Marathon & Half Marathon | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Allianz Richmond Marathon | Richmond, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Madison Marathon | Madison, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Williams Route 66 Marathon | Tulsa, Oklahoma, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | The Tour of Tucson | Tucson, Arizona, US | Road CyclingRoad Running | 163.7 km101.9 km52.6 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Philadelphia Marathon | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8.05 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this Marathons (42.2 km) in Illinois directory, RunningCompass curates 12 events comprising 47 individual races, including 8 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 163.7 km and elevation gains up to +917 m. Key host locations include Chicago, East Moline, Champaign, Aurora. Notable events in this selection include Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Quad Cities Marathon, Illinois Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Marathons (42.2 km) in Illinois?
This overview currently includes 12 verified events featuring 47 individual races. Of these, 8 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 4 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Marathons (42.2 km) in Illinois?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 163.7 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +917 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Road Cycling.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Marathons (42.2 km) in Illinois?
Top host locations include Chicago, East Moline, Champaign, Aurora, West Ocean City. Representative events in the catalog include Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Quad Cities Marathon, Illinois Marathon, Fox Valley Marathon. The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Marathons (42.2 km) in Illinois?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 47 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.