With more than 25,000 registered runners, the 2nd Annual Rock ‘n’ Roll Chicago Half Marathon was described as a 13.1 mile block party.  Fast and flat, the August 1 race featured local bands at every mile and cheer stations throughout.  Chicago did not disappoint and crowds turned out to show support all along the way. … Read more →

Details Chicago’s Historic Grant Park (map) Chicago, IL, USA 60643 The Rock-n-Roll Chicago 1/2 Marathon starts at Chicago’s Grant Park. 6:30am – Registration Closed Other InfoThe Rock N Roll Marathon series has been expanding quickly over the last two years. The original series included the Rock N Roll Marathon in San Diego, the Country Music … Read more →

13.1 Chicago offers a flat Lakefront course. The 2nd annual race drew more than 5000 attendees and had all the trappings necessary to make this a staple for any avid runner. While initial impressions at packet pickup may be underwhelming, runners will quickly discover that this is a well-organized, impressive event.  The shuttle system and … Read more →

Details South Shore Cultural Center (map) 7059 South Shore Drive Chicago, IL, USA 60649 Chicago 13.1 started and ended at the South Shore Cultural Center, which was the site of the wedding of Barack and Michelle Obama. It is also the site of the closing concert in the classic ‘Blues Brothers’ movie. 7:00am – Registration … Read more →