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| Approval | Organizer will approve registrants |
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| Registration | Registration Closed |
| Registration Closes | Any time before each shift starts or when space runs out. |
| Age Limit | 13 and up |
| Description | Come celebrate the 2017 Chicago Half Marathon & 5K with us. This year’s epic event traverses the streets around Hyde Park and the Museum of Science and Industry before winding on to traffic-free Lake Shore Drive. We couldn’t put on a world-class event like the Chicago Half Marathon without the help of our volunteers! *Times/locations might be slightly adjusted until 1 week prior to the race. Race staff reserves the right to reassign volunteers at the event. |
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| Perks | Now is your chance to take part in welcoming all of the athletes that will be joining us for this amazing, world-class event. All volunteers will receive a Race Crew T-shirt and some light refreshments, depending on their location. All volunteers will also receive lots of thank yous for supporting the Chicago running community and our participants. For group fundraising opportunities, please email Yasamin at volunteerchicago@lifetimefitness.com. Aid Station Volunteer Shifts are reserved for groups of 10+. If your group is interested in helping hand out water and gatorade at an Aid Station, please email us at volunteerchicago@lifetimefitness.com. |
| Parking Details | Volunteer parking locations are below but we recommend using public transportation or carpooling. Sunday Main Volunteer Tent Parking Free Parking at Hyde Park Academy – Must have printed out parking pass. Please arrive early! Lot fills up fast and is first come, first serve. |
| Causes | Community Health Sports & Recreation |
| Skills | Event Planning Fitness Trainer Fundraising Health Care Professional Race Management Recreational Management Sports Management |
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Shifts (39)
1 - 1 of 1 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | |
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| Expo Registration Setup (Thursday) | 12:00pm (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | Check in with Volunteer Manager Soldier Field - Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | You will be assisting Athlete Services to setup bibs, shirts and goody bags at the... | Over |
1 - 5 of 5 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | |
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| Expo Registration Setup (Friday) | 8:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Area Soldier Field – Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | You will be assisting Athlete Services to setup bibs, shirts and goody bags at the... | Over |
| Packet Pickup (Friday-Shift 1) | 11:00am (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Area Soldier Field – Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | Athletes will approach the Packet Pickup area after looking up their bib number. The Athlete... | Over |
| T-Shirt and Goody Bags (Friday-Shift 1) | 11:00am (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Area Soldier Field – Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | Following Packet Pickup, athletes will approach the t-shirt and goody bag area. On their packet... | Over |
| Packet Pickup (Friday-Shift 2) | 3:00pm (CT) | 7:30pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Area Soldier Field – Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | Athletes will approach the Packet Pickup area after looking up their bib number. The Athlete... | Over |
| T-Shirt and Goody Bags (Friday-Shift 2) | 3:00pm (CT) | 7:30pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Area Soldier Field – Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | Following Packet Pickup, athletes will approach the t-shirt and goody bag area. On their packet... | Over |
1 - 9 of 9 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | |
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| Expo Captain (Saturday) | 8:00am (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Area Soldier Field - Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | Expo Captains will be responsible for managing key areas at the Expo related to Packet... | Over |
| Expo Info Captain (Saturday) | 8:30am (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | Please check in with the Athlete Services Manager or the Volunteer Assistant Soldier Field – Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | Assist the Athlete Services Manager with customer service and packet pick-up logistics. Help provide information... | Over |
| Bib Lookup (Saturday-Shift 1) | 9:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Area Soldier Field – Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | You will be assisting athletes to find their bib number on a computer or tablet.... | Over |
| Packet Pick Up Full Day | 9:00am (CT) | 5:00pm (CT) | If you're volunteering on Friday or Saturday, the Expo is at Soldier Field. Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 | Athletes will approach the Packet Pickup area after looking up their bib number. The Athlete... | Over |
| Packet Pickup (Saturday-Shift 1) | 9:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Area Soldier Field – Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | Athletes will approach the Packet Pickup area after looking up their bib number. The Athlete... | Over |
| T-Shirt and Goody Bags (Saturday-Shift 1) | 9:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Area Soldier Field – Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | Following Packet Pickup, athletes will approach the t-shirt and goody bag area. On their packet... | Over |
| Bib Lookup (Saturday-Shift 2) | 12:00pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Area Soldier Field – Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | You will be assisting athletes to find their bib number on a computer or tablet.... | Over |
| Packet Pickup (Saturday-Shift 2) | 12:00pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Area Soldier Field – Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | Athletes will approach the Packet Pickup area after looking up their bib number. The Athlete... | Over |
| T-Shirt and Goody Bags (Saturday-Shift 2) | 12:00pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Area Soldier Field – Concourse 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 | Following Packet Pickup, athletes will approach the t-shirt and goody bag area. On their packet... | Over |
1 - 24 of 24 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | |
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| Floater Captain | 4:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | If you're volunteering on Friday or Saturday, the Expo is at Soldier Field. Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | Assist in checking in and running groups of volunteers to the correct locations and making... | Over |
| Gear Check | 4:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Tent Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | This positions give runners a peace of mind during pre and post-race, than knowing their... | Over |
| Info Tent Captain | 4:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Please check in with the Athlete Services Manager or at the Volunteer Tent Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | Assist with providing information about the race to participants and spectators. Answer FAQs about the... | Over |
| Start Captains | 4:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | Start Captains will wait at the volunteer tent for all start volunteers to arrive and... | Over |
| Start Volunteers/Gear Check Volunteers | 4:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Tent Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | Our first and foremost priority at all times during the race is athlete safety. As... | Over |
| Will Call & Results Volunteers | 4:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Tent Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | Will Call volunteers will be helping with race morning packet pickup. The Athlete Service Coordinator... | Over |
| Back of the Pack Crew | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Check in at Main Volunteer Tent Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | This position is a fun and cheerful volunteer opportunity that offers direct interaction with the... | Over |
| Bike Marshal Volunteers | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Tent Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | Experienced Biker required to lead large groups of runners. | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station A | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive Marquette & Richardson Chicago, IL 60637 | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids... | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station B | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive South Shore Drive & S. La Rabida Hospital Dr (La Rabida Hospital) Chicago, IL 60637 | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids... | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station C | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive 57th and Northbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60637 | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids... | Over |
| Floaters | 5:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60649 | Volunteers will be assigned to where the greatest need may be to ensure a smooth... | Over |
| Medical Assistance | 5:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Check-in at Main Medical Tent (near Finish Line). Ask for Terri (Medical Coordinator) Jackson Park (Near Finish line just east of the entrance to the Jackson Park Golf Course off HayesDr Chicago, IL 60637 | Assist with medical needs in a tent on the course or on site. Exact placement... | Over |
| VIP Captain | 5:00am (CT) | 12:30pm (CT) | Check-In Location TBD Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | Assist the VIP Coordinator manage VIP parking, check-in, gear check, and other amenities at the... | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station F | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Ramp & 31st Chicago, IL 60637 | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids... | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station H | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive 47th and Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60637 | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids... | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station J | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive Science Drive & Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60637 | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids... | Over |
| Finish Captains | 5:15am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | This person oversees all the volunteers assisting in the finish line area. | Over |
| Finish Line | 5:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Tent Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | Finish line volunteers will be helping by congratulating athletes with their finisher medal, handing out... | Over |
| Run Course Marshals | 6:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Tent Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | Our first and foremost priority at all times during the race is athlete safety. As... | Over |
| T2 Beer Garden Volunteers | 6:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | Volunteers are in charge of setting up the beer garden, checking athlete's IDs at the... | Over |
| Moto Volunteers | 6:15am (CT) | 11:30pm (CT) | Ask for Julie Coleman at the Start Line Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | Please meet by the Start Line at Cornell and Hayes at Jackson Park. Please obtain... | Over |
| Finish Fest Food | 7:30am (CT) | 12:30pm (CT) | Check in at the Volunteer Tent Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | These volunteers assist in the athlete food area in the finish fest area. | Over |
| Tear Down Crew | 10:00am (CT) | 3:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park 6401 S Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60637 | Assist staff with tearing down and loading up trucks following the race. | Over |
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