The 2024 Chicago Marathon marks the 47th edition of this prestigious race, featuring some of the world’s best distance runners. The event will also honor the late Kenyan runner Kelvin Kiptum, who set a world record in the 2023 race before tragically passing away in a car accident.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Chicago Marathon 2024.
How to Watch the 2024 Chicago Marathon
- TV Channel: NBC 5 Chicago
- Live Stream: Peacock
NBC 5 Chicago will start its live broadcast at 7 a.m. local time (8 a.m. ET). Fans can also stream the entire event live on Peacock.
Start Times and Event Schedule
The race kicks off at 7:20 a.m. local time (8:20 a.m. ET) on Sunday, October 13. Participants will be released in waves:
| Date | Event | Time (ET) | Live Stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun., Oct. 13 | Wheelchair (Men’s) | 8:20 a.m. | Peacock |
| Wheelchair (Women’s) | 8:21 a.m. | Peacock | |
| Handcycle | 8:23 a.m. | Peacock | |
| Wave 1 (Corrals A-E) | 8:30 a.m. | Peacock | |
| Wave 2 (Corrals F-J) | 9:00 a.m. | Peacock | |
| Wave 3 (Corrals K-N) | 9:35 a.m. | Peacock |
Prize Money Breakdown
The 2024 Chicago Marathon offers prize money across multiple categories, including additional bonuses for record-breaking performances.
| Division | 1st Place | 2nd Place | 3rd Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Division (Men/Women) | USD $100,000 | USD $75,000 | USD $50,000 |
| Wheelchair Division (Men/Women) | USD $25,000 | USD $18,000 | USD $12,000 |
- Bonuses:
- $50,000 for breaking the course record.
- $15,000 for the first American runner in each division.
Chicago Marathon Route
The marathon begins and ends in Grant Park, taking runners through various iconic Chicago neighborhoods. The course crosses the Chicago River six times and passes through Wrigleyville and the Loop before finishing in South Grant Park.
- Notable Feature: A small hill at mile 21, but overall, the course is known for being flat and fast.
Past Winners
Men’s Division (2018-2023)
| Year | Winner | Country | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Kelvin Kiptum | Kenya | 2:00:35 (World Record) |
| 2022 | Benson Kipruto | Kenya | 2:04:24 |
| 2021 | Seifu Tura | Ethiopia | 2:06:12 |
| 2020 | (Race not held due to COVID-19) | ||
| 2019 | Lawrence Cherono | Kenya | 2:05:45 |
| 2018 | Mo Farah | UK | 2:05:11 |
Women’s Division (2018-2023)
| Year | Winner | Country | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Ruth Chepngetich | Kenya | 2:14:18 |
| 2022 | Ruth Chepngetich | Kenya | 2:14:18 |
| 2021 | Ruth Chepngetich | Kenya | 2:22:31 |
| 2020 | (Race not held due to COVID-19) | ||
| 2019 | Brigid Kosgei | Kenya | 2:14:04 (World Record at the time) |
The race promises excitement and fierce competition as some of the sport’s elite runners battle for the top honors.
