Thank you for volunteering for the event! Make sure to click the volunteer link to fill out the application for the event. All volunteers must register online individually by Friday, October 4, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.
Race week confirmation email
All volunteers will receive a race week confirmation email with the following details: assignment and shift time, check-in location, transportation recommendations, preparation tips and more.
Grant Park volunteers must present their confirmation email to security to gain entry to Harrison Volunteer Compound.
Volunteer policies
To help make this year’s race a successful and positive experience for everyone, the Chicago Marathon expects volunteers to abide by the volunteer policies and note:
They require all group volunteers to be 14 years of age or older on the day of the event and accompanying minors are not permitted.
Volunteers are discouraged from bringing bags or other personal belongings to the event. Gear check will be required for belongings that cannot be carried in a volunteer’s pockets, including personal bags, purses, backpacks or similar items. Please note that items larger than a standard backpack will not be permitted in the volunteer gear check.
