Chicago Spring Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Life Time Chicago Spring Half Marathon & 5K takes place on May 17, 2026, in Chicago. The course runs along the lakefront and provides views of the Chicago skyline, Lake Michigan, Lake Shore Drive, historic Southside neighborhoods, and the Chicago Museum campus. The event includes a post-race Spring Market Festival with a brunch, photo opportunities, a beer garden, live music, and a flower planting station.
Race distances
- Half Marathon
- 5K
- Junior Dash (for children ages two to twelve)
Series, registration, and services
The event is part of a Chicago Half Marathon Series that pairs the Spring Half in May with the Life Time Chicago Half in September; completing both events earns three medals for two races. Life Time members with six months of Club-Access Membership receive early access to event registration or guaranteed entry in lotteries. The event materials also reference volunteer opportunities, packet pickup, a VIP experience, charity partners, travel information, spectator guidance, sustainability efforts, published results, and official race photos. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
