Hometown Half Marathon - Chicago
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Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Greater Chicago
The event takes place on 05/02/2026 in Chicago at 5200 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr. It includes multiple in-person distances plus a virtual option and a volunteer-with-run offering.
- Half Marathon - 13.1 Miles
- 10K - 6.2 Miles
- 5K - 3.1 Miles
- 1 Mile - untimed
- Kid's Dash - untimed, ages 10 and under
- Virtual Run - run any day, any location
- Volunteer and Run - volunteer then run any distance
- Running Buddy Half Marathon - requires prior approval
Race registrations for most distances include a custom bib, designer shirt, and a finisher medal; the kid's dash includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specially crafted medal. Youth pricing for the 5K and 10K is listed as $17 for age 12 and under. Chip-timing with live results and awards is provided for the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon.
The virtual event includes a digital bib, event shirt, finisher medal, and packet shipping; virtual packets are mailed the Wednesday after the race and participants can upload times and photos starting on race day. The event lists pacers for the half marathon, free photos, and treats at the finish line. To guarantee an event shirt, registration must be completed by midnight on the Thursday two weeks before race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
