Chicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K
Chicagoland Spring Half Marathon winds through Schaumburg's Busse Woods for a fast, certified course.
Race Date
May 2, 2027
Location
Schaumburg, IL
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, May 2, 2027
- Location
- Schaumburg, Illinois
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 10K, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 12,738
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Since its debut 15 years ago, the Chicagoland Spring Half Marathon has become a staple of the Schaumburg running scene. The flat, USATF-certified course winds through the town's commercial center and into the serene Busse Woods, entirely on paved roads and trails. With a recent field of around 922 runners from approximately 25 states, it draws a diverse crowd seeking a fast, well-organized race.
The course's minimal elevation change and net-zero drop make it a prime candidate for Boston qualifiers and personal records. Runners are treated to live music at the finish, along with Giordano's pizza and a custom event shirt. About 18% of participants return in subsequent years, reflecting the race's appeal. The strong community feel and generous post-race spread make it a hidden gem for those willing to travel to the Chicago suburbs.
Race-provided description
Chicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K - 5/3/2026 - Schaumburg, IL #ChicagolandSpringMarathon // #ChicagolandSpringHalfMarathon // #ChicagolandSpring10K Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to the event. All official information is on the event's website AllCommunityEvents.com.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, May 2, 2027
Start Time
7:15 AM
Giveaway
Choose Your Event Shirt
Start Location
425 N Martingale Rd, Schaumburg, IL, 60173
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Forest, Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.2%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
IL21015NM · Chicagoland Spring Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Course Map
View Course Map
Download pdf
8 other maps for this race
- PDF— Marathon Course Map
- Google Maps— Marathon Course Map – Google Maps Interactive
- PDF— Marathon Elevation Map
- Google Maps— Half Marathon Course Map – Google Maps Interactive
- PDF— Half Marathon Elevation Map
- PDF— 10K Map
- Google Maps— 10K Course Map – Google Maps Interactive
- PDF— Spectator Map
Quality Score
Runner Favorite9415 years running
~814 finishers a year
growing or steady
18% returning runners
USATF certified · 6 timing sources · 7 photos
runners from 25 states
winner 1:12:31
typical high 63°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
45°
Afternoon (High)
63°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.2"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 12,738 finishers actually crossed the line across 15 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
12,738
Median time
2:07:27
Latest turnout
922
States
42
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Chicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K?
The Chicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K is held on Sunday, May 2, 2027, starting at 7:15 AM.
Where does the Chicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K take place?
It takes place in Schaumburg, Illinois.
What distances does the Chicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 10K, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Chicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K course flat and good for a PR?
The Chicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Chicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 12,738 runners who have completed the Chicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K.
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