Photo: Stephen Craven · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Chicago Shamrock Shuffle
Chicago, United States
March 21, 2027Date confirmed
8 km2 km
City RunFestive
USCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Races in Chicago
20 verified events (5 confirmed dates) and 55 races in Chicago with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events205 confirmed dates
Competitions55Races & courses
Distances2 - 2,741.5 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+30,156 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Stan's Donut Run
Chicago, United States
July 24, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
Photo: nathanmac87 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Chicago, United States
October 9, 2027 to October 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+6
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Run For The Zoo
Chicago, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
15 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+1
Photo: john bristow · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlon
Chicago Triathlon
Chicago, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
2741.5 km51.5 km29.75 km12.9 km
City RunMulti-Day
Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Coffee Lovers - Chicago
Chicago, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunFestive
Photo: nathanmac87 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Chicagoland Spring Marathon & Half Marathon
Chicago, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+1
Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Labor Day Run - Chicago
Chicago, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2027 | Chicago Shamrock Shuffle | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 8 km2 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2027 | Stan's Donut Run | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
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 | Run For The Zoo | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 15 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Chicago Triathlon | Chicago, Illinois, US | Triathlon | 2741.5 km51.5 km29.75 km12.9 km |
| Date to be announced | Coffee Lovers - Chicago | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Chicagoland Spring Marathon & Half Marathon | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Labor Day Run - Chicago | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Country Sole Half Marathon | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Halloween Run CHICAGO | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Turkey Trot Chicago | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 8.05 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | F^3 Lake Half Marathon | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Chicago (Illinois, Cook, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 20 public events and 55 individual races, including 5 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Triathlon. Notable events in the selection include Chicago Shamrock Shuffle, Stan's Donut Run, and Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
Race distances span from 2 km to 2,741.5 km, reaching up to +30,156 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Chicago includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Chicago?
RunningCompass currently lists 20 verified events with 55 individual races in Chicago. A total of 5 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Chicago Shamrock Shuffle, Stan's Donut Run, and Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Chicago?
Events in Chicago focus on Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Triathlon. Course distances range from 2 km entry-level races up to 2,741.5 km endurance challenges.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Chicago?
The most selective courses in Chicago climb up to +30,156 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Chicago?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.