Divas Chicago Half Marathon
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Divas Chicago at Soldier Field
The Divas Chicago event takes place Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Soldier Field in Chicago. The event offers two distances:
- Half Marathon
- 5K
Participants receive event apparel and themed accessories, including a Divas race shirt, a pink tutu, a tiara, and a boa. Finishers earn a commemorative finisher medal. A boa and tiara station is located along the course. Water and aid stations with water, sports drink, and portable restrooms are positioned on the routes.
Timing uses a disposable B-Tag system attached to the back of each bib. Timing clocks will be at the start and finish lines, results are posted live during the event, and official results are posted within 24 hours. The half marathon has a course time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, which corresponds to about a 16:00 minute per mile pace.
Packet pickup options include pre-race collection at Fleet Feet on the Thursday and Friday before the race, race day pickup at Soldier Field, or packet shipping for a fee. A reserved race day packet fee applies if pre-race pickup is missed. Multiple parking garages are available near Soldier Field; one listed option is Waldron Parking Deck at 458 E 18th Dr with a stated rate of $27. The official 2026 charity is WINGS Program, Inc., which provides housing, integrated services, education, and advocacy to end domestic violence. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
