{"id":10043,"date":"2016-10-04T15:09:37","date_gmt":"2016-10-04T20:09:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/?p=10043"},"modified":"2019-09-12T15:00:55","modified_gmt":"2019-09-12T20:00:55","slug":"chicago-marathon-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/chicago-marathon-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Surviving the 2016 Chicago Marathon"},"content":{"rendered":"

Watch the marathon this weekend on Sunday, October 9<\/h2>\n

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If you\u2019ve ever participated in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon<\/a> in Grant Park, one of the biggest marathons in the world, you know it can get a little chaotic. Since the Marathon began in 1977, participants have grown to more than 45,000 people. Seems overwhelming, but we put together a survival guide for participants AND spectators to make it a little easier for you to enjoy the day.<\/p>\n

For a complete and more extensive list of Chicago Marathon information, please visit their website or observe their official participation guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Participant Information<\/h2>\n

Grant Park: Transportation and parking<\/strong><\/p>\n

We would recommend the use of public transportation to get to the start and finish areas in Grant Park. 45,000 people = crazy traffic of course.<\/em> CTA<\/a> and Metra<\/a> train lines are adding extra service to accommodate participants and spectators for the marathon. Taking the Pink, Green, Orange, Purple or Brown Line train will get you to Adams\/Wabash and then you can walk east toward Grant Park.<\/p>\n

Security Checkpoints and Bag Screening <\/strong><\/p>\n

Before entering Grant Park, you\u2019ll need to go through security and bag screening. Make sure your event-issued bib number is visible on the front of your clothing in order to enter the park. Remember to arrive at the park early to give yourself enough time for these security checks.<\/p>\n

Entrances and security checkpoints will be located at:<\/p>\n