Bodies Race Company - Greater Chicago
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Event overview
The Heatwave Half Marathon - Greater Chicago is scheduled for August 2, 2026. The listed location is TBD in Greater Chicago, IL 60007. The event program includes multiple race options:
- Kids Dash
- 1 Mile
- 5 K
- 10 K
- Half-Marathon
- Half-Marathon Relay
- Volunteer Then Run
- Virtual Race
Price range for in-person events is shown as $17 - $42. The event is organized by Bodies Race Company. Course maps for the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon are provided, and the course may change due to permit or volunteer restrictions.
Registration, timing, and awards
In-person registration items include a designer shirt, custom medal, chip timing with live results and awards, free photos, and Kona Ice at the finish. Youth pricing for the 5K and 10K is listed as $17 for ages 12 and under. Packet pickup is available on race day. The 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon have age-group awards, overall and masters (40+), with multiple standard age divisions; the Kid's Dash, 1 Mile, and Virtual events are untimed and do not qualify for age-group awards.
The virtual option allows participants to run any day at any location; virtual registration includes a digital bib, event shirt, finisher medal, and packet shipping. The refund policy states no refunds; if the event is canceled it may be converted to virtual. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.