RUNNER INFORMATION
REIMAGINE THE RUN
The Bank of America Chicago 13.1 offers runners 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
The third annual Bank of America Chicago 13.1 will take place on Sunday, June 9, 2024.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Friday, June 7
Packet Pick-up
Roosevelt Collection (150 W. Roosevelt)
10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday, June 8
Packet Pick-up
Roosevelt Collection (150 W. Roosevelt)
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
West Side Wellness Walk and Youth Events
Garfield Park
8:00 a.m. – West Side Wellness Walk bib pick-up begins
8:00 a.m. – Community tents open
8:45 a.m. – Pre-walk warm-up activity
9:00 a.m. – West Side Wellness Walk starts
10:00 a.m. – Youth events begin
11:00 a.m. – Youth events end
11:00 a.m. – Community tents close
Sunday, June 9
Race day
Garfield Park
5:30 a.m. – Gear check opens
5:30 a.m. – Start corrals open
6:50 a.m. – Wheelchair start
6:50 a.m. – Start corrals close
7:00 a.m. – Race start
8:00 a.m. – Race Day Festival begins
11:00 a.m. – Drink ticket sales close
11:00 a.m. – Gear check closes
11:30 p.m. – Race Day Festival ends
Times subject to change
PACE TEAM
The Bank of America Chicago 13.1 pace team is comprised of marathon and half marathon veterans who help others achieve their performance goals. The pace team will pace groups of runners according to the following finish times: 1:30, 1:40, 1:50, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, and 3:00. Learn more about the pace team, including frequently asked questions.
TRANSPORTATION
Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) transit tips
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) offers an economical and convenient way to check out all Chicago has to offer. For information on CTA fares and transit directions to and from the event visit transitchicago.com.
Divvy
Gear up for the Bank of America Chicago 13.1 with a swift and efficient start! Choose a Divvy bike or scooter for a convenient and environmentally friendly way to reach the starting line. Forget the hassle of docking on race day; the Divvy valet service at Central Park Avenue and 5th Avenue will handle your bike or scooter as you prepare to race. Activate your free ride unlock with code “DIVVYRACEDAY24” in the Divvy app. This special offer is available until Sunday, June 30, 2024.
Race day satellite parking and shuttle
Parking is limited near the start and finish lines in Garfield Park. A shuttle service and parking will be available for free at the Halsted/Taylor Parking Structure (760 W. Taylor Street), located on the campus of University of Illinois Chicago (UIC). More information on satellite parking will be available in advance of the event.
HOTEL INFORMATION
The official housing partner of the Bank of America Chicago 13.1 is TEAMINN, which will offer access to room blocks at hotels in the area. Reservations are being accepted by visiting the housing site for the 2024 Bank of America Chicago 13.1. If you have any questions regarding reservations booked through TEAMINN, please email support@myteaminn.com or call 800.233.8326.
INFORMATION TENTS
Information volunteers will be available on race day to assist runners and spectators with general event questions including runner amenities, event maps and festival entertainment.
LOST & FOUND
Lost and found items collected throughout race weekend will be available for pick-up 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. Following the event, items can be reclaimed through our Lost and found platform, available at chicago13point1.com/lostandfound. Items reclaimed post-event may be shipped to individuals for a shipping fee.
ASL INTERPRETATION SERVICES
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, June 7 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturday, June 8 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 on the northwest corner of Jackson Boulevard and Woodward Drive.
