Chicagoland Spring Marathon
Chicagoland Spring Marathon is a low-key suburban Chicago race that keeps the logistics simple and the finish memorable with its longtime local-run feel.
Quick facts
- Suburban Schaumburg road marathon without big-city expo friction or cost.
- Finish line leans local, with Giordano's pizza rather than a generic festival setup.
- Early May near Chicago can be excellent if the wind stays down on open suburban roads.
- Best fit for runners who want a straightforward spring marathon day near Chicago.
Is registration open for the 2027 Chicagoland Spring Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 Chicagoland Spring Marathon is open.
About the Chicagoland Spring Marathon
The Chicagoland Spring Marathon is more practical than flashy, and that is exactly why some runners like it. It offers a spring marathon day in the Chicago suburbs without the friction, size, or cost profile of a major-city production.
Course
Expect a road marathon in Schaumburg with straightforward logistics and a local-event rhythm. The course is about keeping the day manageable, and the finish-line details lean into that neighborhood-race feel rather than big-spectacle branding.
Race-day weather
Early May around Chicago can be excellent for racing if the wind stays reasonable. Cool starts are common, but the exposed feel changes quickly when the breeze picks up across open suburban roads.
Past Chicagoland Spring Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, May 2, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, May 3, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, May 4, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
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Chicagoland Spring Marathon FAQ
When is the Chicagoland Spring Marathon?
The 2027 Chicagoland Spring Marathon is on Sunday, May 2, 2027.
Is registration open for the 2027 Chicagoland Spring Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 Chicagoland Spring Marathon is open. View the official registration details at runsignup.com.
Is Chicagoland Spring Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Chicagoland Spring Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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