Chicago Fall Classic Half Marathon
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Chicago Fall Classic Half Marathon & 10K
The Chicago Fall Classic is a set of road races held on Chicago's lakefront at Montrose Harbor, 601 West Montrose Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613. The half marathon course is USATF certified and the courses are entirely on paved trail. Course maps and an elevation map are provided.
Distances offered include:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
The event provides finisher medals for the half marathon and 10K; a 5K finisher medal is available as an add on. Finish line items include caramel apples, hot apple cider, and one complimentary beer for participants 21 and older. Water stations supply water and the half marathon stations also offer a sports drink. A gear check is available on site; participants must use a provided clear bag.
Race services include live participant tracking via the RaceJoy app and a packet mailing option for $19.99. Packet pick up options are posted before race day. The event uses chip timing and lists course time limits: 5K 1 hour 20 minutes, 10K 1 hour 50 minutes, Half Marathon 3 hours 30 minutes. Half marathon pacers are provided for a range of goal times. Awards for top finishers in overall and age groups are issued and winner medals are mailed after the event.
The event supports the charity Care for Real, which addresses food insecurity and related services in local neighborhoods. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
