Chicago Marathon Route: The 46th Bank of America Chicago Marathon is set to take place on Sunday, October 13, bringing over 50,000 runners and more than a million spectators to the streets of Chicago. To accommodate the marathon, significant street closures and parking restrictions will be in effect. Here’s what you need to know:

Chicago Marathon Race Schedule

Marathon Wheelchair Start: 7:20 AM
First Running Wave Start: 7:30 AM

Street Closures Overview

Numerous street closures began on September 30 and will continue through the weekend. Here’s a timeline of important closures:

Already in Effect:

Balbo Dr.: Closed from Columbus to DuSable Lake Shore Drive (Since Sept. 30)
Jackson Dr.: Closed from Columbus Dr. to DuSable Lake Shore Drive (Closed Oct. 9, 10 AM – Oct. 14, 6 AM)
Balbo Dr.: Closed from Michigan Ave. to Columbus Dr. (Closed Oct. 10, 4 AM – Oct. 14, 3 PM)
Columbus Dr.: Closed from Ida B. Wells to Roosevelt Rd. (Closed Oct. 10, 4 AM – Oct. 14, 3 PM)

Upcoming Closures:

Friday, Oct. 11:
- Columbus Dr. from Monroe to Jackson St. (Closed 4 AM – Oct. 13, 8 PM)
- Congress Plaza on Michigan Ave. from Van Buren to Harrison St. (Closed 4 AM – Oct. 13, 8 PM)
- Ida B. Wells from Michigan to Congress Plaza (Closed 4 AM – Oct. 13, 8 PM)
Saturday, Oct. 12:
- Columbus Dr. from Randolph to Monroe St. (Closed 6 AM – Oct. 13, 2 PM)
- Roosevelt Rd. from Columbus Dr. to DuSable Lake Shore Drive (Closed 11 AM – Oct. 13, 6 PM)
Sunday, Oct. 13:
- Extensive closures around the marathon route starting at 4 AM, with roads reopening by 6 PM. Key streets include:
  - Columbus Dr.: From McFetridge Dr. to Roosevelt Road
  - Michigan Ave.: From Madison to 9th St.
  - Roosevelt Rd.: From Michigan to Columbus Dr.

Abbott Chicago 5K

Additionally, the Abbott Chicago 5K will take place on Saturday, October 12, starting at 7:30 AM. Streets closed for the 5K include:

Ida B. Wells Dr.: Between Columbus Dr. and Michigan Ave.
Harrison St.: Between State St. and Franklin St.

Parking Restrictions

Parking restrictions will begin early on race day (1 AM for the Abbott 5K and at 4 AM for the marathon). If your vehicle gets towed, you can locate it by calling (312) 744-4444.

Streets Remaining Open

Some main thoroughfares will remain open during the marathon, including:

DuSable Lake Shore Drive
Inner Lake Shore Drive from Diversey Parkway to Belmont Avenue
Key north-south routes in and around the Loop, such as Michigan Ave. north of 11th St.