EVENT FAQS

Do you have a question about the Bank of America Chicago 13.1? Please view the frequently asked questions below to find the answers to your questions.

The following FAQs will continue to be updated as information becomes available.*

*Updates as of April 28, 2025.

If you can’t find the answer to your question, please contact the event via email at office@chicago13point1.com.

• REGISTRATION FAQs

  When is the Bank of America Chicago 13.1?
  The Bank of America Chicago 13.1 will take place on Sunday, June 1, 2025. A two-day Packet Pick-up will be held prior to the race on Friday, May 30 and Saturday, May 31.

  How can I sign up to run the Bank of America Chicago 13.1? 
  Registration for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago 13.1 has reached capacity and is now closed.

  Is there an application deadline?
  Registration for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago 13.1 will remain open until event capacity is reached.

  What are the requirements to participate?
  The following are the requirements to participate in the Bank of America Chicago 13.1:

  • Participants must be 14 years or older on race day.
  • Participants 14-17 years of age must have permission from their parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race. This permission is given during the application process.
  • The Bank of America Chicago 13.1 requires that participants be able to complete the 13.1-mile distance in three hours and 15 minutes (3:15:59). The course will reopen for public use on a rolling schedule based on this time limit.
  • The sale and/or transfer of race entries/bib numbers is strictly prohibited.
  • All registration fees and ancillary purchases are nonrefundable.
  • All participants must be familiar with and abide by the event rules.

  Can anyone sign up to run or is it an application? 
  The Bank of America Chicago 13.1 is open to participants on a first-come first-served basis.

  I am injured and/or cannot run the event (family commitment, work obligation, etc.). Can I get a refund, donate my entry or transfer my entry to someone else?
  No. Per our event rules: The sale and/or transfer of race entries/bibs is strictly prohibited and will result in the disqualification and/or banning of any individuals involved from future events.

  When will future runnings of the Bank of America Chicago 13.1 take place?
  View anticipated dates for future runnings of the Chicago 13.1. Please note that these dates are subject to change.

• PARTICIPANT INFORMATION FAQs

  How can I change my registration information?
  Participants can change limited registration information through their participant account.

  What time does the race start? 
  The Bank of America Chicago 13.1 wheelchair division race will start at 6:50 a.m. followed by the open division race start at 7 a.m.

  Can I walk the Bank of America Chicago 13.1?
  Participants must be capable of maintaining a 15-minute per mile pace (approximately) or faster, completing the full race distance (13.1 miles)—start line to finish line—within the event time requirement of three hours and 15 minutes.

  What participant amenities do you offer on course? 
  Aid stations are located along the course approximately one to two miles apart. Each aid station consists of the following amenities in this order:

  • Medical Support
  • Toilet facilities
  • Nuun Endurance
  • Water

  How can I pick up my bib number? 
  Event bib numbers must be picked up at Packet Pick-up at the Roosevelt Collection (150 W. Roosevelt) from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 30 and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 31. Participants who signed up and pay for race day Packet Pick-up can pick up their race materials starting at 5:30 a.m. on race day. Race day Packet Pick-up is now sold out.

  Will I be able to check my gear? 
  Yes. Gear check will be available for registered participants to drop off and pick up their gear the morning of the race.

  What if I lose something at the race? 
  Lost and found items collected throughout race weekend will be available for pickup at information tents. If you are looking for an item that was lost, please ask an information volunteer for instructions on how to claim your item.

  Will there be a pace team? 
  Yes. The pace team will pace groups of participants according to the following finish times: 1:30, 1:40, 1:50, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45 and 3:00.

  Does the event provide private lactation spaces for postpartum participants?
  Yes. Private lactation spaces will be available for registered participants race weekend. Participants are asked to indicate their interest in using a private lactation space by emailing office@chicago13point1.com at least one month in advance of the event. If such advance notice is not possible, please notify us as soon as practicable. Additional information about private lactation spaces will be made available on the event website before the event.

  Does the event offer ASL interpretation services to deaf or hard of hearing participants?
  Yes. Sign language interpreters will be available race weekend to assist participants who may need to utilize their service. Interpreters will be available at Packet Pick-up on Friday, May 30 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturday, May 31 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The interpreter will be located near the information area of Packet Pick-up. On race day, interpreters will be at the Adaptive Program tent from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Adaptive Program tent is located in Garfield Park west of the Race Day Festival on Cusic Ct.

• TRAVEL FAQs

  What is the best way to get to the Bank of America Chicago 13.1?
  The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) offers an economical and convenient way to get to and from Garfield Park on race day. For the most up-to-date travel information and to learn how to use the CTA bus and rail system visit  transitchicago.com.

  Where can I find information about race day street closures? 
  Street closure information for the fourth annual Bank of America Chicago 13.1 is available on the Street closure notification webpage.

  Is there race day parking?
  Public transportation, biking or rideshare services are the most convenient way to access Garfield Park. If you plan to drive, please note legal street parking is available. We encourage you to review event street closures and obey all posted signs regarding permitting and other parking regulations.

  A shuttle service and parking will also be available for free at the Halsted/Taylor Parking Structure, located on the campus of University of Illinois Chicago (UIC). More information on the race day shuttle service is available here.

  Is there bike valet?
  Yes. World Bicycle Relief will provide a free bike valet on Sunday, June 1 from 4:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. for participants and volunteers at the northeast corner of Central Park Avenue and Madison Street within Garfield Park. Individuals are encouraged to bring a bike lock in the event the Bike Valet has reached capacity.

  Where is the rideshare drop off on race day?
  Participants utilizing rideshare to access Garfield Park on race day will be dropped off at the intersection of Homan Avenue and Warren Boulevard (40 N. Homan Ave.) on the east side of Garfield Park. Information teams and directional signage will help guide event attendees to the start line and Race Day Festival area.

• FESTIVAL & PACKET PICK-UP FAQs

  Where is Packet Pick-up located? 
  Participant Packet Pick-up will take place at the Roosevelt Collection (150 W. Roosevelt) from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 30 and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 31. You must attend the Participant Packet Pick-up to pick up your participant packet, participant bag, Nike participant shirt and any pre-purchased beer tickets (if applicable).

  If I can’t go to Packet Pick-up, can I pick my packet up race day? 
  Race day Packet Pick-up was available to purchase for $30 on a first-come first-served basis at the point of registration. This opportunity was available to the first 500 participants who select and pay for this option and is now sold out.

  When will I receive my Packet Pick-up ticket email? 
  Participants can expect to receive their Packet Pick-up ticket email approximately one week before the 2025 event.

  Can someone pick up my packet for me?
  Yes. Friends or family may pick up your packet on your behalf by providing a copy of your Packet Pick-up ticket.

  What is the Race Day Festival? 
  The Race Day Festival is a celebration of participants and the community, featuring a mix of fitness and lifestyle activities. For more information on the Race Day Festival visit the  Race Day Festival page.

  Does it cost money to go to the Race Day Festival? 
  No. The Race Day Festival is free and open to the public.

  What are the hours of the Race Day Festival? 
  The Race Day Festival will take place from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

  Is the Race Day Festival for participants only? 
  No. The Race Day Festival is free and open to the public.

• START & FINISH LINE FAQs

  Where is the start line located?
  The start of the Bank of America Chicago 13.1 is located in Chicago’s Garfield Park on Jackson Boulevard.

  What time does the race start? 
  The Bank of America Chicago 13.1 wheelchair division race will start at 6:50 a.m. followed by the open division race start at 7 a.m.

  Where is gear check?
  Gear check will be available for registered participants to drop off and pick up their gear the morning of the race. Gear check venues will be located near the start area in Garfield Park.

  Where is the finish line located? 
  The finish of the Bank of America Chicago 13.1 is located in Chicago’s Garfield Park on Madison Street.

  Can friends and family access the finish line? 
  Family and friends are encouraged to meet participants following the race at the Race Day Festival in Chicago’s Garfield Park.

• START CORRALS

  What are start corrals? 
  Start corrals are designated start areas designed to facilitate a more efficient and convenient race start for all runners.  The High-Performance start corral is assigned based on a runner’s accepted qualifying time. Open start corrals are assigned based on a runner’s expected finish time.

  How do I know my start corral assignment? 
  You will be able to view your start corral assignment by logging in to your Participant Account.

  You will also receive an email race week indicating your event bib number and final corral assignment.

  Can I switch from one start corral to another? 
  Yes, but all start corral change requests must be submitted by the Tuesday, April 29 deadline.

  Can I request to be assigned to the same corral as someone else? 
  If you plan to run with a friend, family member or teammate, make sure that you both submit the same expected finish time.

  I submitted a qualifying time by email. Will I receive confirmation that my start corral has been changed? 
  No. You will not receive confirmation that your start corral has been changed. You must verify the change has been made by viewing your corral assignment online within your Participant Account. Please note that the change will not be automatic, as qualifying times and corral availability must be confirmed.

  What is considered acceptable proof of a qualifying time for the High-Performance corral? 
  Participants must provide proof of qualification (event name, date, distance and finishing time) at the point of registration. You must provide proof that you have run this pace in a prior event. Proof must be in the form of a link to your online race results or an uploaded finisher’s certificate. Results must be from any race of a distance no less than 10K completed on or after January 1, 2023 and must meet the High-Performance corral qualification standards of 5:30 per mile pace for men and 6:30 per mile pace for women and non-binary participants.

  Are start corral assignments guaranteed?
  Start corral assignments are not guaranteed. Corrals are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until they reach their respective capacities.

• COURSE FAQs

  What is the course time limit? 
  The Bank of America Chicago 13.1 has a course time limit of three hours and 15 minutes. You must maintain a 15-minute per mile pace (approximately) or faster, completing the full race distance (13.1 miles)—start line to finish line—within the event time requirement. Those who finish outside of the time limit will not be recorded as official finishers and may not receive full on-course support from aid stations and traffic safety personnel.

  How many aid stations are on the course?
  Eight aid stations are located along the course approximately one to two miles apart. For more information on the course visit the  Course & amenities page.

  What if I get hurt while running? 
  Medical support is available at on-course aid stations to support participants, except Aid Station 1.

  Can I run with my water bottle? 
  Participants will be able to run with fuel belts and hand-held water bottles only.

  Can I run with headphones? 
  Music devices with headphones are permitted for use on the course; however, participants must always be alert to their surroundings and must pay attention to important announcements made throughout the day.

  What is not allowed on the course? 
  A list of prohibited devices on course is available on the Event rules page.

• POST-RACE & RESULTS FAQs

  Will there be a post-race party after?  
  Yes. Participants are encouraged to celebrate their accomplishment with friends and family at the Race Day Festival in Garfield Park.

  Where will I be able to see my results? 
  You can find your race finish by searching by your name or event bib number on the race results page. For more information on results visit the Race results page.

• VOLUNTEER FAQs

  How can I sign up to be a volunteer?  
  Individuals interested in volunteering can view available volunteer opportunities on the volunteer page.

  When can I register to be a volunteer?  
  Volunteer registration for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago 13.1 is now open. View available opportunities on the volunteer page.

  Is there an age limit to volunteer? 
  Volunteers must be 14 years or older on race day. Volunteers 14-17 years of age must have permission from their parent or legal guardian permitting them to volunteer at the race. This permission is given during the application process.