About
The Chicago Half Marathon gives runners the chance to run on traffic restricted Lake Shore Drive! This scenic 13.1-mile course starts in Historic Jackson Park, site of the 1893 World Columbian Exposition, and winds through the beautiful Hyde Park neighborhood and University of Chicago campus. The course then takes runners along Chicago’s south Lake Shore Drive, taking in the views of Lake Michigan, Chicago skyline and the Science and Industry Museum campus before a triumphant finish at the golden Statue of the Republic.
*times might be slightly adjusted until 1 week prior to the race.
*times might be slightly adjusted until 1 week prior to the race.
Approval
Organizer will approve registrants
Registration
Registration Closed
Registration Closes
6 hours before each shift starts or when space runs out.
Age Limit
13 and up
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 ton of thank yous for supporting the Chicago running community and our participants.
Parking Details
Parking is available near every aid station. We highly encourage public transportation. If driving is required, please see the attached map and parking pass for Hyde Park Academy (6220 S Stoney Island). There is limited parking and the lot is first come first serve. Email snadler@lifetimefitness.com to receive the parking pass.
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Shifts (58)
1 - 9 of 9 Shifts
Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | |
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Bib Lookup (Friday-Shift 1) | 11:00am (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | You will be assisting athletes to find their bib number on a computer or tablet. This is a very simple task but as a representative of Life Time Fitness it is essential to be extremely friendly, personable and always give the best customer service possible. The Athlete Services Coordinator will... | Over |
Bib Lookup (Friday-Shift 2) | 3:00pm (CT) | 7:30pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | You will be assisting athletes to find their bib number on a computer or tablet. This is a very simple task but as a representative of Life Time Fitness it is essential to be extremely friendly, personable and always give the best customer service possible. The Athlete Services Coordinator will... | Over |
Directional Volunteers (Friday-Shift 1) | 11:00am (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | You will be placed throughout the expo to help athletes get to their desired destination. In this role you must be extremely friendly and personable to give the best customer service possible. | Over |
Directional Volunteers (Friday-Shift 2) | 3:00pm (CT) | 7:30pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | You will be placed throughout the expo to help athletes get to their desired destination. In this role you must be extremely friendly and personable to give the best customer service possible. | Over |
Expo Registration Setup (Friday) | 8:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | You will be assisting Athlete Services to setup bibs, shirts and goody bags at the expo hall. | Over |
Packet Pickup (Friday-Shift 1) | 11:00am (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | Athletes will approach the Packet Pickup area after looking up their bib number. The Athlete Services Coordinator will be your point of contact for any questions. | Over |
Packet Pickup (Friday-Shift 2) | 3:00pm (CT) | 7:30pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | Athletes will approach the Packet Pickup area after looking up their bib number. The Athlete Services Coordinator will be your point of contact for any questions. | Over |
T-Shirt and Goody Bags (Friday-Shift 1) | 11:00am (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | Following Packet Pickup, athletes will approach the t-shirt and goody bag area. On their packet it will provide the shirt size. Athletes are only allowed to switch out their shirt size at the results tent on race day. The Athlete Services Coordinator will be your point of contact for any... | Over |
T-Shirt and Goody Bags (Friday-Shift 2) | 3:00pm (CT) | 7:30pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | Following Packet Pickup, athletes will approach the t-shirt and goody bag area. On their packet it will provide the shirt size. Athletes are only allowed to switch out their shirt size at the results tent on race day. The Athlete Services Coordinator will be your point of contact for any... | Over |
1 - 8 of 8 Shifts
Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | |
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Bib Lookup (Saturday-Shift 1) | 8:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | You will be assisting athletes to find their bib number on a computer or tablet. This is a very simple task but as a representative of Life Time Fitness it is essential to be extremely friendly, personable and always give the best customer service possible. The Athlete Services Coordinator will... | Over |
Bib Lookup (Saturday-Shift 2) | 12:00pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | You will be assisting athletes to find their bib number on a computer or tablet. This is a very simple task but as a representative of Life Time Fitness it is essential to be extremely friendly, personable and always give the best customer service possible. The Athlete Services Coordinator will... | Over |
Directional Volunteers (Saturday-Shift 1) | 8:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | You will be placed throughout the expo to help athletes get to their desired destination. In this role you must be extremely friendly and personable to give the best customer service possible. | Over |
Directional Volunteers (Saturday-Shift 2) | 12:00pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | You will be placed throughout the expo to help athletes get to their desired destination. In this role you must be extremely friendly and personable to give the best customer service possible. | Over |
Packet Pickup (Saturday-Shift 1) | 8:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | Athletes will approach the Packet Pickup area after looking up their bib number. The Athlete Services Coordinator will be your point of contact for any questions. | Over |
Packet Pickup (Saturday-Shift 2) | 12:00pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | Athletes will approach the Packet Pickup area after looking up their bib number. The Athlete Services Coordinator will be your point of contact for any questions. | Over |
T-Shirt and Goody Bags (Saturday-Shift 1) | 8:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | Following Packet Pickup, athletes will approach the t-shirt and goody bag area. On their packet it will provide the shirt size. Athletes are only allowed to switch out their shirt size at the results tent on race day. The Athlete Services Coordinator will be your point of contact for any... | Over |
T-Shirt and Goody Bags (Saturday-Shift 2) | 12:00pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | Hilton Chicago Chicago, IL 60605 Check in at the Volunteer Area | Following Packet Pickup, athletes will approach the t-shirt and goody bag area. On their packet it will provide the shirt size. Athletes are only allowed to switch out their shirt size at the results tent on race day. The Athlete Services Coordinator will be your point of contact for any... | Over |
1 - 41 of 41 Shifts
Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | |
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Aid Station A | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Marquette & Richardson Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Volunteers will set up the Aid Station prior to the start of the race and distribute water and Gatorade to the athletes as they pass. Volunteers will help to keep the surrounding area clean by picking up discarded cups and debris during the race. All Volunteers must work their entire... | Over |
Aid Station B | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | South Shore Drive & S. La Rabida Hospital Dr (La Rabida Hospital) Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Volunteers will set up the Aid Station prior to the start of the race and distribute water and Gatorade to the athletes as they pass. Volunteers will help to keep the surrounding area clean by picking up discarded cups and debris during the race. All Volunteers must work their entire... | Over |
Aid Station C | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 57th & Northbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Volunteers will set up the Aid Station prior to the start of the race and distribute water and Gatorade to the athletes as they pass. Volunteers will help to keep the surrounding area clean by picking up discarded cups and debris during the race. All Volunteers must work their entire... | Over |
Aid Station D | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 47th & Northbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Volunteers will set up the Aid Station prior to the start of the race and distribute water and Gatorade to the athletes as they pass. Volunteers will help to keep the surrounding area clean by picking up discarded cups and debris during the race. All Volunteers must work their entire... | Over |
Aid Station E | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Oakwood & Northbound Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Volunteers will set up the Aid Station prior to the start of the race and distribute water and Gatorade to the athletes as they pass. Volunteers will help to keep the surrounding area clean by picking up discarded cups and debris during the race. All Volunteers must work their entire... | Over |
Aid Station F | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Ramp & 31st Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Volunteers will set up the Aid Station prior to the start of the race and distribute water and Gatorade to the athletes as they pass. Volunteers will help to keep the surrounding area clean by picking up discarded cups and debris during the race. All Volunteers must work their entire... | Over |
Aid Station G | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Oakwood & Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Volunteers will set up the Aid Station prior to the start of the race and distribute water and Gatorade to the athletes as they pass. Volunteers will help to keep the surrounding area clean by picking up discarded cups and debris during the race. All Volunteers must work their entire... | Over |
Aid Station H | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 47th and Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Volunteers will set up the Aid Station prior to the start of the race and distribute water and Gatorade to the athletes as they pass. Volunteers will help to keep the surrounding area clean by picking up discarded cups and debris during the race. All Volunteers must work their entire... | Over |
Aid Station I | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 53rd & Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Volunteers will set up the Aid Station prior to the start of the race and distribute water and Gatorade to the athletes as they pass. Volunteers will help to keep the surrounding area clean by picking up discarded cups and debris during the race. All Volunteers must work their entire... | Over |
Aid Station J | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Science Drive & Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Volunteers will set up the Aid Station prior to the start of the race and distribute water and Gatorade to the athletes as they pass. Volunteers will help to keep the surrounding area clean by picking up discarded cups and debris during the race. All Volunteers must work their entire... | Over |
Back of the Pack Crew | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Checkin at Main Volunteer Tent | The Back of the Pack crew must be fun, energetic and encouraging individuals to help motivate our last few runners to finish the race. We encourage tutus, bright socks, fun sunglasses and other items to be a positive, fun end to the race. This crew will also be in charge... | Over |
Beer Tent Volunteers - Team to End Aids | 6:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 | Volunteers are in charge of setting up the beer garden, checking athlete's IDs at the entrance and making sure the area is pick-up at all times. | Over |
Bike Marshal Volunteers | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at the Volunteer Tent | Experienced Biker required to lead large groups of runners. | Over |
Captain - Aid Station A | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Marquette & Richardson Chicago, IL Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids according to the given map along with managing the volunteers to distribute fluids to athletes. To fulfill this role you must have a 1 on 1 interview with the Volunteer Coordinator prior to the race... | Over |
Captain - Aid Station B | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | South Shore Drive & S. La Rabida Hospital Dr (La Rabida Hospital) Chicago, IL Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids according to the given map along with managing the volunteers to distribute fluids to athletes. To fulfill this role you must have a 1 on 1 interview with the Volunteer Coordinator prior to the race... | Over |
Captain - Aid Station C | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 57th and Northbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids according to the given map along with managing the volunteers to distribute fluids to athletes. To fulfill this role you must have a 1 on 1 interview with the Volunteer Coordinator prior to the race... | Over |
Captain - Aid Station D | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 47th and Northbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids according to the given map along with managing the volunteers to distribute fluids to athletes. To fulfill this role you must have a 1 on 1 interview with the Volunteer Coordinator prior to the race... | Over |
Captain - Aid Station E | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Oakwood & Northbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids according to the given map along with managing the volunteers to distribute fluids to athletes. To fulfill this role you must have a 1 on 1 interview with the Volunteer Coordinator prior to the race... | Over |
Captain - Aid Station F | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Ramp & 31st Chicago, IL Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids according to the given map along with managing the volunteers to distribute fluids to athletes. To fulfill this role you must have a 1 on 1 interview with the Volunteer Coordinator prior to the race... | Over |
Captain - Aid Station G | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Oakwood and Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids according to the given map along with managing the volunteers to distribute fluids to athletes. To fulfill this role you must have a 1 on 1 interview with the Volunteer Coordinator prior to the race... | Over |
Captain - Aid Station I | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 53rd & Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids according to the given map along with managing the volunteers to distribute fluids to athletes. To fulfill this role you must have a 1 on 1 interview with the Volunteer Coordinator prior to the race... | Over |
Captain - Aid Station J | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Science Drive & Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids according to the given map along with managing the volunteers to distribute fluids to athletes. To fulfill this role you must have a 1 on 1 interview with the Volunteer Coordinator prior to the race... | Over |
Captain - Aid Station LFP | 6:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids according to the given map along with managing the volunteers to distribute fluids to athletes. To fulfill this role you must have a 1 on 1 interview with the Volunteer Coordinator prior to the race... | Over |
Captain- Aid Station H | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 47th and Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | This person is responsible for managing the Aid Station Volunteers to setup tables and fluids according to the given map along with managing the volunteers to distribute fluids to athletes. To fulfill this role you must have a 1 on 1 interview with the Volunteer Coordinator prior to the race... | Over |
Finish Area Medical | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at the Volunteer Tent | Provide medical assistance on the course in assigned area. Medical knowledge required. | Over |
Finish Captains | 5:15am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent | This person oversees all the volunteers assisting in the finish line area. | Over |
Finish Fest Food | 7:30am (CT) | 12:30pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at the Volunteer Tent | These volunteers assist in the athlete food area in the finish fest area. | Over |
Finish Line | 5:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at the Volunteer Tent | This position assists the Finish Captain to setup and hand out product as athletes finish the race. | Over |
Gear Check | 4:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at the Volunteer Tent | This positions give runners a peace of mind during pre and post-race, than knowing their belongings are safely stored. Duties include labeling and organizing runner's belongings when they drop off, and retrieving them in a timely manner at the end of the race. Bending and lifting up to 12lbs is... | Over |
Medical Tent C | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 57th & Northbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Provide medical assistance on the course in assigned area. Medical knowledge required. | Over |
Medical Tent D | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 47th & Northbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Provide medical assistance on the course in assigned area. Medical knowledge required. | Over |
Medical Tent E | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Oakwood & Northbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Provide medical assistance on the course in assigned area. Medical knowledge required. | Over |
Medical Tent F | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Ramp & 31st Chicago, IL 60637 Check in with your Captain | Provide medical assistance on the course in assigned area. Medical knowledge required. | Over |
Medical Tent G | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Oakwood and Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Chicago, IL 60637 Check in with your Captain | Provide medical assistance on the course in assigned area. Medical knowledge required. | Over |
Medical Tent H | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 47th and Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Chicago, IL 60637 Check in with your Captain | Provide medical assistance on the course in assigned area. Medical knowledge required. | Over |
Medical Tent I | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 53rd & Southbound on Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60637 Check in with your Captain | Provide medical assistance on the course in assigned area. Medical knowledge required. | Over |
Medical Tent J | 5:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Science Dr. & Southbound Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Check in with your Captain | Provide medical assistance on the course in assigned area. Medical knowledge required. | Over |
Run Course Marshals | 6:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at the Volunteer Tent | Our first and foremost priority at all times during the race is athlete safety. As a Run Course Marshal, you will work alongside the Run Course Staff in making sure each athlete has a safe experience along the run course. Duties for run course may include: directing athlete traffic along... | Over |
Start Volunteers/Gear Check Volunteers | 4:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at the Volunteer Tent | Our first and foremost priority at all times during the race is athlete safety. As a Start Volunteer, you will work alongside the Start Line Staff in making sure each athlete has a safe experience. Duties include: lining up athletes up in the correct corals; releasing athletes onto the course... | Over |
Tear Down Crew | 10:00am (CT) | 3:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 | Assist staff with tearing down and loading up trucks following the race. | Over |
Will Call & Ask Me Volunteers | 4:30am (CT) | 8:00am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at the Volunteer Tent | To fulfill this role you must be extremely friendly, personable and willing to problem solve to give the best customer service possible. The Athlete Service Coordinator will be your point of contact for any questions you are unable to answer. | Over |