Race 312 is a relay for Chicago, by Chicago. Three runners. Three legs. One victor. No frills, no gimmicks—just racing in its purest form. It’s you and your crew against the clock and anyone bold enough to toe the line two nights before the marathon. ### Format - Relay race with **three runners** per team - **Three legs** per team - Competitive, no-frills event ### Schedule - Event window: **17:00–21:00** - Racing begins at sundown (exact start procedures provided on-site) ### Registration - **Team captain sign-up:** [Register here](https://www.nike.com/experiences/events/details?eventID=64431) - **Runner sign-up (each team member):** [Register here](https://www.nike.com/experiences/events/details?eventID=64454) - Team captains register first and establish a team name; each team member must then complete the runner registration to lock in the group. ### Spectators - Not racing? Cheer on and be part of the energy when the action starts at sundown. ### Location **1810 W Lake St** Chicago, IL 60612, USA ### Partners - Heartbreak - Nike Running
Join Heartbreak and Nike Running for the big show before the Big Show. The Heartbreak Shakeout powered by Nike Running is leveling up this year. Coach Dan, The Silver Room’s Eric Williams, and Nike Pros will help you feel the spirit of the city and the power of the sport in final preparation for race day. ### Registration - RSVP required — [Sign up here](https://www.nike.com/experiences/events/details?eventID=64430) ### Location **Heartbreak Hill Running Company** 2148 N Halsted St Chicago, IL 60614 United States ### Partners / Guests - Heartbreak Chicago - Nike Running - The Silver Room (Eric Williams)
Join us for the final taper workout ahead of Chicago 2025. Local’s Night is half easy workout, half party—ready your body for the race and celebrate the journey with the people you trained with all winter. Special surprises from Nike and Heartbreak. ### Features/Services - Final taper session before race day - “Half workout, half party” community format - Special surprises from Nike and Heartbreak ### Registration - RSVP required [here](https://heartbreak.run/pages/chi25) ### Location **Heartbreak Chicago** (Address as provided by organizers) ### Partners - Heartbreak Chicago - Nike Running
Nike partners with Mental Athletic for the launch of "RISE ABOVE - THE ZERO GRAVITY MINDSET," a 216-page book marking the debut of the Nike Vomero Premium during Chicago Marathon weekend. ## About the Book The book retraces Nike's marathon shoe legacy through cutting-edge visuals and never-before-seen materials from Nike's archive spanning the 1970s to today. Features exclusive interviews and cultural essays celebrating the bond between Nike and the Chicago Marathon. ## Contributors - Original artworks by Sven Harambasic - Photography from Nike DNA Archive and Mattia Greghi - Written contributions by Ashley Campbell, Michele Fossi, Kevin Gunawan, Deepa Ramprasad, Sami Reiss, Seema Simmons, and Samuel Trotman ## Event Details Sharp, limited, early drop with tight capacity. Arrive on time. ## Registration Required to participate. First come, first served. [Register here](https://www.nike.com/experiences/events/details?eventID=65462) ## More Information [Read more about the book](https://shop.mentalathletic.com/blogs/journal/rise-above-the-zero-gravity-mindset) ## Partners Nike, Mental Athletic
Join Heartbreak and Nike Running for some celebratory vibes, music, champagne & more!
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Something special is landing on 10/9. The Shock Drop is for the ones who show up. ### Features/Services - Limited release (“Shock Drop”) ### Registration - No RSVP needed ### Location **Heartbreak Hill Running Company** 2148 N Halsted St Chicago, IL 60614 United States ### Partners - Heartbreak Chicago
Join the Berlin Braves and Nike for a pre-race shakeout run at Görlitzer Park. This community event features a relaxed group run, merchandise, and race preparation activities. ### Event Features - Welcome coffee and music from 9:30 AM - Flea market with running-related items - Bag drop service available - Exclusive Braves x Nike collector's t-shirt for registered participants - Nutrition provided by Maurten - Nike Running mobile unit featuring latest running shoe technology for testing - Expert consultations with Nike representatives ### Run Details - Distance: Maximum 6km - Pace: Social/conversational pace - Format: Group run, all paces welcome ### Registration Pre-registration required to secure the exclusive Braves x Nike t-shirt Register at: [https://www.nike.com/de/experiences/events/details?eventID=63671](https://www.nike.com/de/experiences/events/details?eventID=63671) ### Location SpOrt 365 Görlitzerpark - Görlitzerstr. 3 10997 Berlin ### Important Information - Arrive on time for registration, bag drop, and nutrition services - Exclusive t-shirt only available to pre-registered participants who attend - Cash recommended for merchandise and flea market purchases - Participants requested to wear event shirts during the run
Nike Area 72 serves as the hub for athlete intelligence and innovation during marathon week, featuring elite sport science services, recovery technology, and community programming. ### Opening Hours **Wednesday, September 17** - 14:00-20:00 - Area 72 Open - 18:00-20:00 - The Warm-Up Run with BTC & @princessmaikelea - [Register here](https://www.nike.com/de/experiences/events/details?eventID=63996) **Thursday, September 18** - 12:00-20:00 - Area 72 Open - 15:00-20:00 - Marathon Expo Shuttle **Friday, September 19** - 12:00-20:00 - Area 72 Open - 12:00-20:00 - Marathon Expo Shuttle **Saturday, September 20** - 10:00-20:00 - Area 72 Open - 10:00-12:00 - Joy Run Collective Shake Out Run - [Register here](https://www.nike.com/de/experiences/events/details?eventID=63994) - 10:00-20:00 - Marathon Expo Shuttle **Sunday, September 21 - Race Day** - 09:30-18:00 - Area 72 Open **Monday, September 22** - 12:00-20:00 - Area 72 Open **Tuesday, September 23** - 12:00-18:00 - Area 72 Open ### Services & Features #### Nike Sport Research Lab (Registration Required) - NSRL FORM: State-of-the-art motion-capture technology - Full-body biomechanical analysis - One-on-one coaching sessions - Data decoding and performance optimization - [Register for individual day sessions](https://www.nike.com/de/experiences/groups?groupId=44) #### Classified Innovation - Heritage meets latest breakthroughs - Alphafly to Breaking4 technology showcase - Expert footwear consultation - Cushioning selection guidance #### Elite Coaching - Race preparation strategies - Performance analysis - Data-driven training insights - PB pursuit planning #### Hyper Lab Recovery - Hyperboot Thermal Testing - Hyperice Recovery Chamber - Professional recovery tools - Athlete rejuvenation services #### Product Performance Testing - Footwear analysis and fitting - Cushioning recommendations - Goal-specific product matching #### Nike By: Sucuk und Bratwurst - Berlin-based art collective collaboration - Capsule collection available - Custom running singlet creation - Nike By You personalization #### Marathon Expo Shuttle - Service between Area 72 and Expo - Every 30 minutes - Race tips from Nike coaches - Recovery services en route - First come, first served #### Strava Challenges - Run Harder 5K Challenge - Marathon Challenge - Live leaderboard with elite athletes - PB achievers enter exclusive prize ballot #### Post-Race Shoe Engraving - September 21-23 - Free engraving service - Finish times or initials - Permanent race memento ### Community Runs **The Warm-Up** - Date: Wednesday, September 17 - Time: 18:00-20:00 - Hosts: Berlin Track Club & @princessmaikelea - 5K community run - All paces welcome - Post-run refreshments and coach tips - [Registration required](https://www.nike.com/de/experiences/events/details?eventID=63996) **Joy Run Collective Shake Out** - Date: Saturday, September 20 - Time: 10:00-12:00 - Women-run collective celebrating diversity - Inclusive shake out run - [Registration required](https://www.nike.com/de/experiences/events/details?eventID=63994) ### Registration - Walk-in experience: No registration needed - Nike Sport Research Lab: [Book individual sessions](https://www.nike.com/de/experiences/groups?groupId=44) - The Warm-Up Run: [Register here](https://www.nike.com/de/experiences/events/details?eventID=63996) - Joy Run Collective Shake Out: [Register here](https://www.nike.com/de/experiences/events/details?eventID=63994) ### Partners Event presented by Nike in collaboration with: - Berlin Track Club - Joy Run Collective - Sucuk und Bratwurst - Strava - Hyperice
