Cross the start line with us into 2019

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Cross the start line into 2019 We've hit the ground running and are ready to make the 2019 Bank of America Chicago Marathon a journey you will never forget. Regardless if it's your first marathon or your're a veteran of the sport, this year you will feel the warm welcome of Chicago as you run and finish stronger than ever before. The Chicago Marathon community is one that will always encourage you in struggles and your share in the excitement of your triumphs. So, get ready to conquer the new year and set your sights on Sunday, October 13. Share your #MyChicagoMarathon photos A new year means a new marathon journey, and we can't wait to join you every step of the way. Make sure to snap and share photos from your winter training runs to each milestone you hit on your way to 26.2 using #MyChicagoMarathon on Instagram. Keep an eye out, as we'll be sharing our favorites leading up to Sunday, October 13. Join our social community For the latest race news, motivation and inspiration we encourage you to join the Bank of America Chicago Marathon social community. Click the icons below to learn more. Guarantee your spot and run for a charity Are you still interested in running with us on Sunday, October 13? There are a limited number of entries available through our official Charity Program. Since 2002, the program has raised more than $185 million for local, national and international causes! Running and fundraising for a charity makes your 26.2 mile journey even more special, and creates memories that last well beyond the finish line. Learn more about running for charity. Start this year off right Kick off your 2019 spring running season by signing up for the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle! We are going to keep the St. Patrick's Day festivities going and celebrate the 40th running of this Chicago tradition on Sunday, March 24. This race is the perfect preview of your Bank of America Chicago Marathon race day experience. Starting and finishing in Grant Park the 8K course mirrors the first few miles of the Chicago Marathon as you weave through the streets of downtown Chicago. Don't wait to register! The entry price will increase at midnight on January 8. Sign up today! Book your race weekend travel Race weekend is one of the most popular weekends for hotel rooms in the city of Chicago. If you are traveling to Chicago for the 2019 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, we encourage you to take advantage of special hotel rates from Experient, the official Chicago Marathon housing partner. Visit the 2019 Chicago Marathon housing site to access exclusive room blocks at the city's most desirable hotels. Don't miss this opportunity to book early! * When making travel arrangements, please note that you must pick up your own participant packet (which includes your event-issued bib number and timing device) at the Abbott Health & Fitness Expo during regularly scheduled hours. Learn more about the Health & Fitness Expo. Enter to win a hotel stay Enter to win one of three valuable prizes from Experient, the official housing partner of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Prizes include a complimentary American Airlines round-trip flight, hotel stays and dinner for your time in Chicago. Learn more and enter to win today! *You must be 21 or older to enter. Get the latest race news, motivational tips and inspiration by liking the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @ChiMarathon Questions about the Bank of America Chicago Marathon? Contact us at office@chicagomarathon.com

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