Chicago Spring Half Marathon
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Chicago Spring Half Marathon & 5K
The Life Time Chicago Spring Half Marathon & 5K occurs on May 17, 2026, along Chicago’s lakefront and Lake Shore Drive with views of the city skyline and parts of the historic Southside neighborhoods. The event route highlights scenic lakefront stretches and mentions refreshing lake breezes and views near the Chicago Museum campus.
Event distances include:
- Half Marathon
- 5K
- Junior Dash (for ages two to twelve)
- Chicago Spring Kids Run powered by the Life Time Foundation
The day includes a Spring Market Festival after the run featuring brunch, photo opportunities, a beer garden, live music, and a flower planting station where participants can take home a planted bloom. The Kids Run program is described as supporting healthy habits, confidence, and a love for activity from an early age.
The event is part of a Half Marathon Series where completing the Life Time Spring Half and the Life Time Chicago Half in September results in earning three medals for two races. Life Time members with six months of Club-Access Membership receive early registration access or guaranteed registration in lotteries, with specified exceptions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Events nearby
A neighborhood 5K tribute in Evergreen Park that starts and finishes at Porter Cullins and runs out and back to St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, offering a short course that connects local history with community remembrance.