Map showing Lincoln Park, 8K mark
Cheer Zone

Chicago Marathon Cheer Zone at the 8K Mark

Sunday, October 11

7:30 AM – 2:00 PM · 7h

Event details

About

Spectators cheer runners through Lincoln Park at the 8K mark of the course, in a zone named for the Shamrock Shuffle. That race is the kickoff to the Chicago running season and a continuation of the city's St. Patrick's Day celebrations.

Event Details

Type

Cheer Zone

Marathon

Chicago Marathon 2026

Duration

7 hours