Saturday, January 25th, 2025
1410 Special Olympics Drive, Chicago IL
5K · Half
About this race
🏃♂️ Race Overview
The 16th Annual F^3 Lake Half Marathon & 5k is Chicago's Original Winter Half Marathon. Each year, thousands of runners flock to this community-built event, gathering in the warmth of Soldier Field's United Club before tackling wind & weather along a lakefront course that features splits every 5km. A must for anyone preparing for a spring marathon or just resolving to stay fit throughout the new year. F^3 sold out in 2016-2020 and 2023-present.
🎁 Registration Benefits
- Hoodies: Every registrant will once again receive one of our great hoodies and a medal!
- Location: We will return to the warm confines of Soldier Field's United Club!
- Gear Check: Gear check is available for all participants.
- Course Highlights: The lakefront course provides splits every 5km.
⌚ Event Schedule
- Opening Time: The UC opens at 8 a.m.
- Half Marathon Start: The half marathon starts at 10 a.m. with self-seeded waves in quick succession.
- 5k Start: The 5k is scheduled for 10:30 a.m.
- Course Closure: Courses close at 1:30 p.m.
🎉 Post-Race Festivities
- Afterparty: After the race, head to Weathermark Tavern for the afterparty at 1503 S. Michigan Ave.
- Photos: Free participant photos are always uploaded to flashframe.io.
- Accessibility: The venue is designed to accommodate all participants.
📍 Location & Details
Join us at 1410 Special Olympics Drive, Chicago, IL for an unforgettable experience. For more information, visit the race webpage: F^3 Lake Half Marathon & 5k.
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