The 2016 Bank of America Chicago Marathon just concluded – but if you are interested in running the 2017 – plan on registering much earlier. 2017 marks the 40th Anniversary of this elite marathon and they have big plans in place, including a significantly earlier registration. Like this year, I have partnered with the American Liver Foundation to help them in their fundraising goals as well as helping with a personal consultation for the winner of the 100,000 AA mile winner!
The 2017 Chicago Marathon Registration
Run the 2017 Chicago Marathon and raise money for ALF! |Courtesy of Shutterstock
Guaranteed Entry registration begins October 25, 2016 and General Lottery registration opens November 1st. Both will close on November 29, 2016. This is about 5 months earlier compared to 2016’s registration cycle. Be sure to keep an eye out for more details on registering for the Chicago Marathon which will be held on October 8, 2017.
2017 Chicago Marathon Details
- Date: October 8, 2017
- Guaranteed Registration: Opens October 25, 2016
- General Lottery: Opens November 1
- Registration Closes: November 29, 2016
- Cost Through the Lottery: $195 for US Residents, $225 for Non-US Residents (no charge for Guaranteed Entry with $1,000 fundraising – see below!)
Secure a Guaranteed Entry!
Get a Guaranteed Entry for the 2017 Chicago Marathon and raise money for a good cause!
One way you can secure your spot today is by running on behalf of our Charity Partner – the American Liver Foundation, Great Lakes Division. Their Liver Life Challenge presents you an opportunity to secure a Guaranteed Entry by committing to raise $1,250 by race day (October 8, 2017). In addition, you’ll have the opportunity win up to 100,000 American Airlines AAdvantage Miles by raising over $5,000 to end liver disease.
You can register with the ALF or learn more about your running opportunities online at: http://www.liverfoundation.org/chapters/illinois/joinjourney/liverlifechallenge/
Raise Funds for the American Liver Foundation – and Get Great Benefits!
Running With Miles is proud to sponsor with the American Liver Foundation, Great Lakes Division for their Liver Life Challenge! You have the opportunity to run the race of your choice, raise funds to end liver disease and potentially win up to 100,000 American Airlines AAdvantage Miles!
Their premier running event is the Bank of America Chicago Marathon which will be held on October 8, 2017. Registration is already open and will close on November 29, 2016, so be sure to secure your spot today!
The Liver Life Challenge presents a number of great incentives as a member of their team, including:
INCREDIBLE BENEFITS
Link: ALF 2017 Chicago Marathon Information
Ø FREE ALF Running Singlet to all Registered Athletes
Ø FREE Gear Check & Post-Race Party right across from Grant Park (Chicago Marathon Only)
Ø Personal Fundraising Coach to help you surpass your goals
Ø “Staying Healthy” Educational Program while you train
Ø Complimentary Access to Get Fit programming and discounts
FUNDRAISING REWARDS
Ø FREE “Love Your Liver T-Shirt” (Raise $100 4 months prior to your race)
Ø FREE Training Race of Your Choice (Raise $250 3 months prior to your race, up to $50 registration fee)
Ø FREE Training Program from Our Partners (Raise $500 2 months prior to your race, up to $100 fee)
Ø FREE Race Registration Fee (Raise $1,000 1 month prior to your race, up to $200 fee)
Ø FREE “Top Fundraiser” Athletic Pullover (Raise $2,500 by race day)
Ø ENTRY to win up to 100,000 AA Miles (Raise $5,000 by race day)
GUARANTEED ENTRY into the Bank of America Chicago Marathon!
Pre-Lottery | Raise $1,250
Post-Lottery | Raise $1,500
NO FUNDRAISING MINIMUM if you join our team and take your chances in the lottery. You’ll still gain access to all the same great fundraising incentives!
You can register with the ALF or learn more about your running opportunities online at: http://www.liverfoundation.org/chapters/illinois/joinjourney/liverlifechallenge/
Giveaway Coming!
Finally, stay tuned as we will once again have a giveaway for a guaranteed entry to the 2017 Chicago Marathon! There will be plenty of time to train for it and it will be yours for free! This will launch next month as we start the Running with Miles 5 Year Anniversary Giveaway series!
Awesome. Can they get me into Boston for a not BQ person? 🙂
I know there are programs for Boston but I think the fundraising reqs are around $5,000. 🙂 Someday, we will meet at Boston – one way or another! I have a few more years or a lot more minutes to get my BQ anyway!
DaninMCI – Our New England Division manages our charity program with the Boston Marathon! You can learn more here: http://go.liverfoundation.org/site/TR?fr_id=5713&pg=entry!
What If some one is not able to raise much amount ? Does he still get to run in Marathon if he registers now ?