FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Registration for the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon,
Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock Shuffle Opens this Month
CHICAGO - Today the teams behind Chicago's premier racing portfolio
announced registration information for the events that will make up the
second annual Bank of America Chicago Distance Series. The Distance Series
connects the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock
Shuffle in a unique challenge that will reward participants who finish all
three events in 2024 with an exclusive medal and guaranteed entry to the
2025 Chicago Marathon. Individuals interested in participating are
encouraged to get their names in early to ensure they can take part in the
series. Registration for the Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock Shuffle launched
today with special discounted pricing. The four-week application period for
the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon will open on Tuesday, October 17.
"As the inaugural Bank of America Chicago Distance Series concludes this
weekend at the 45th running of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, we
look forward to building on the unprecedented interest we saw in the events
that make up the Distance Series in 2024," said Carey Pinkowski, executive
race director of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Chicago 13.1 and
Shamrock Shuffle. "The Distance Series is a celebration of the local and
global running community that unites on the streets of Chicago year round.
We hope the achievements of these participants inspire a new generation of
runners to join on this incredible journey next year."
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon application
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon, a member of the Abbott World Marathon
Majors and an internationally renowned event, will begin accepting
applications for the 46th running of the event at 10 a.m. (U.S. Central
Time) on Tuesday, October 17. Registration will be conducted through a
non-guaranteed entry drawing and a series of guaranteed entry applications.
Interested individuals will have until Thursday, November 16 to apply for
either a guaranteed or non-guaranteed entry. The cost of an entry is $240
for United States residents and $250 for those residing outside of the
United States.
Guaranteed entry
Individuals can qualify for an entry into the 2024 Bank of America Chicago
Marathon through several guaranteed entry opportunities:
- Time qualifiers who have met the event's age-graded qualifying standards
or qualify for the event's American Development Program.
- Legacy finishers who have completed the Chicago Marathon five or more
times within the last 10 years.
- Registered participants who cancelled their 2023 entry.
- Charity participants who are fundraising for an official charity as part
of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Program.
- International runners (non-U.S.) participating in the International Tour
Group Program.
- Runners who completed the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Distance Series by
finishing the 2023 Shamrock Shuffle, Chicago 13.1 and Chicago Marathon.
Non-guaranteed entry drawing
Those who do not qualify for a guaranteed entry can apply for the
non-guaranteed entry drawing. The event will select names from the full
pool of non-guaranteed entry applicants and notify applicants of their
selection status on Thursday, December 7.
Additional details about the 2024 application are available at
chicagomarathon.com/apply.
2024 Bank of America Chicago 13.1 registration
The Bank of America Chicago 13.1 offers a unique experience, encouraging
runners to explore the neighborhoods of Chicago's West Side. The 3rd annual
half marathon will kick off on Sunday, June 9, 2024, with a course that
weaves through the historic parks and boulevards of the West Side, starting
and finishing in Garfield Park. Following the race, participants and
community members are encouraged to celebrate at the Race Day Festival,
featuring a mix of entertainment, health and wellness activities and
community activations.
Registration for the 2023 event is now open. Individuals who sign up
through Tuesday, October 17, 2023 have access to special $95 entry fee in
celebration of the Bank of America Chicago Distance Series. The entry fee
will increase to $105 at 11:59 p.m. (U.S. Central Time) on Tuesday, October
17, 2023.
Additional details about the 2024 event and registration information are
available at chicago13point1.com.
2024 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle registration
The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle, one of Chicago's favorite annual
traditions and the official kickoff to the running season, is a
continuation of the city's St. Patrick's Day celebrations. On Sunday, March
24, 2024, the race will treat participants to a one-of-a-kind 8K
(4.97-mile) run through Chicago's Loop. Fitness enthusiasts not ready to
tackle the 8K are encouraged to join The Mile event on Saturday, March 25,
or the 2-Mile Walk on Sunday. All three events will start and finish in
Chicago's Grant Park.
Registration for the 2024 events is now open. Individuals who sign up for
the 8K Run through Tuesday, October 17, 2023 have access to special $39
entry fee in celebration of the Bank of America Chicago Distance Series.
The entry fee will increase to $45 at 11:59 p.m. (U.S. Central Time) on
Tuesday, October 17, 2023.
Registration for the 2-Mile Walk is $25 and $15 for youth ages 8 to 15. The
entry fee for The Mile event is $35.
Additional details about the 2024 event and registration information are
available at shamrockshuffle.com.
About the Bank of America Chicago Marathon
In its 46th year on Sunday, October 13, 2024, the Bank of America Chicago
Marathon will welcome thousands of participants from more than 100
countries and all 50 states, including a world-class professional athlete
field, top regional and Masters runners, race veterans, debut marathoners
and charity participants. The race's iconic course takes participants
through 29 vibrant neighborhoods on an architectural and cultural tour of
Chicago. Annually, more than a million spectators line the streets cheering
on tens of thousands of participants from the start line to the final
stretch down Columbus Drive. As a result of the race's national and
international draw, the Chicago Marathon assists in raising millions of
dollars for a variety of charitable causes while generating over $300
million in annual economic impact to its host city. The 2024 Bank of
America Chicago Marathon, a member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors,
will start and finish in Grant Park beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday,
October 13. In advance of the race, a three-day Abbott Health & Fitness
Expo will be held at McCormick Place Convention Center on Thursday, October
10, Friday, October 11, and Saturday, October 12. For more information
about the event and how to get involved, go to chicagomarathon.com.
About the Bank of America Chicago 13.1
The third annual Bank of America Chicago 13.1 offers runner a unique
experience, bringing a world-class half marathon to the neighborhoods of
Chicago's West Side. The 13.1-mile course weaves through the historic parks
and boulevards of the West Side, starting and finishing in Garfield Park
with scenic loops through Humboldt and Douglass Parks. A two-day Packet
Pick-up will be held on Friday, June 2 and Saturday, June 3. The weekend
celebrations will culminate with the half marathon and race day festival on
Sunday, June 13, 2024. For more information about the event and how to get
involved, go to chicago13point1.com.
About the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle
Long recognized as an annual rite of spring, a celebration of St. Patrick's
Day and the kickoff to the outdoor running season in Chicago, the 43rd
annual Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle treats participants to a scenic 8K
run through downtown Chicago and a two-mile walk along Chicago's lakefront.
The 8K Run will kick off at 8:30 a.m., followed by the 2-Mile Walk at 9:30
a.m. on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Following the race participants can enjoy
live music at the Post-Race Party in Grant Park. In advance of the event,
the two-day Packet Pick-up will take place in Grant Park on Friday, March
22 and Saturday, March 23. In addition to attending Packet Pick-up,
participants are encouraged to join The Mile on Saturday, March 23. For
more information about the event and how to get involved, go to
shamrockshuffle.com.
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