As the countdown begins for the Chicago Marathon 2025, significant street closures have been announced for the Grant Park area. On Sunday, the marathon will welcome approximately 53,000 runners from over 130 countries, traversing 26.2 miles through the city’s vibrant neighborhoods.
Schedule and Key Events
The Chicago Marathon will be preceded by the Abbott Chicago 5K, scheduled for Saturday, October 11, at 7:30 a.m.
Street Closures on Marathon Weekend
In preparation for the events, the Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications has released a list of street closures effective from Thursday, October 9. Here are the critical details:
- October 9:
- Jackson Dr. from Columbus Dr. to DuSable Lake Shore Dr. will close at 10 a.m. and reopen on Tuesday at 6 a.m.
- Balbo Dr. from Michigan Ave. to Columbus Dr. will close at 4 a.m. and reopen on Monday at 3 p.m.
- Columbus Dr. from Ida B. Wells Dr. to Balbo Dr. will close at 4 a.m. and reopen on Monday at 3 p.m.
- Columbus Dr. from Balbo Dr. to Roosevelt Rd. will close at 4 a.m. and reopen on Monday at 3 p.m.
- October 10:
- Columbus Dr. from Monroe St. to Jackson Dr. will close at 4 a.m. and reopen on Sunday at 8 p.m.
- Columbus Dr. from Jackson Dr. to Ida B. Wells Dr. will close at 4 a.m. and reopen on Sunday at 8 p.m.
- Congress Plaza Dr. from Michigan Ave. to Harrison St. will close at 4 a.m. and reopen on Sunday at 8 p.m.
- Jackson Dr. from Michigan Ave. to Columbus Dr. will close at 4 a.m. and reopen on Sunday at 8 p.m.
- October 11:
- Columbus Dr. from Randolph St. to Monroe St. will close at 4 a.m. and reopen on Sunday at 2 p.m.
- Roosevelt Rd. from Columbus Dr. to DuSable Lake Shore Dr. will close at 11 a.m. and reopen on Sunday at 6 p.m.
- Monroe St. from Michigan Ave. to Columbus Dr. will close at 4 a.m. and reopen on Sunday at 2 p.m.
- Monroe St. from Columbus Dr. to DuSable Lake Shore Dr. will close at 4 a.m. and reopen on Sunday at 3 p.m.
All streets in the Grant Park area will be fully reopened by Friday, October 17, by 3 p.m.
Conclusion
For comprehensive information on race day logistics and details surrounding the Chicago Marathon 2025, interested parties can visit El-Balad.
