16th Annual F^3 Lake Half Marathon & 5k
- Date Sat 25th January 2025
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Chicago, Illinois
- Price $74.39 - $123.15
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the 16th Annual F^3 Lake Half Marathon & 5k, taking place on Saturday, January 25, 2025, in the vibrant city of Chicago, Cook County. This event is Chicago's Original Winter Half Marathon, attracting thousands of enthusiastic runners each year. Participants will gather in the cozy confines of Soldier Field's United Club, where they'll prepare to brave the elements along a scenic lakefront course featuring splits every 5 kilometers.
Whether you're training for a spring marathon or simply committed to maintaining your fitness routine in the new year, this event is not to be missed! The half marathon kicks off at 10 a.m., with runners starting in self-seeded waves, followed by the 5k at 10:30 a.m. After crossing the finish line, join the celebration at WEATHERMARK TAVERN for the afterparty! Each registrant will receive a stylish hoodie and a medal, ensuring you take home a memorable piece of this incredible day. So lace up your running shoes and join us for a fantastic winter running adventure!
Whether you're training for a spring marathon or simply committed to maintaining your fitness routine in the new year, this event is not to be missed! The half marathon kicks off at 10 a.m., with runners starting in self-seeded waves, followed by the 5k at 10:30 a.m. After crossing the finish line, join the celebration at WEATHERMARK TAVERN for the afterparty! Each registrant will receive a stylish hoodie and a medal, ensuring you take home a memorable piece of this incredible day. So lace up your running shoes and join us for a fantastic winter running adventure!
Organiser's Description
The 16th Annual F^3 Lake Half Marathon & 5k is Chicago's Original Winter Half Marathon. Each year, thousands of runners flock to this community-built event, gathering in the warmth of Soldier Field's United Club before tackling wind & weather along a lakefront course that features splits every 5km. A must for anyone preparing for a spring marathon or just resolving to stay fit throughout the new year. F^3 sold out in 2016-2020 and 2023-present.
Every registrant will once again receive one of our great hoodies and a medal! We will return to the warm confines of Soldier Field's United Club! The UC opens at 8 a.m. Gear check is available. The half marathon starts at 10 a.m. and consists of self-seeded waves in quick succession. The 5k is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Courses close at 1:30 p.m.
After the race, head to WEATHERMARK TAVERN FOR THE AFTERPARTY! 1503 S. MICHIGAN AVE. Free participant photos are always uploaded to flashframe.io
Every registrant will once again receive one of our great hoodies and a medal! We will return to the warm confines of Soldier Field's United Club! The UC opens at 8 a.m. Gear check is available. The half marathon starts at 10 a.m. and consists of self-seeded waves in quick succession. The 5k is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Courses close at 1:30 p.m.
After the race, head to WEATHERMARK TAVERN FOR THE AFTERPARTY! 1503 S. MICHIGAN AVE. Free participant photos are always uploaded to flashframe.io
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $8.15 Fee & Hoody
Sat 25th January 2025 (10:00AM EST)
$123.15
Winter Half Marathon on a plowed & salted path. Finisher Medals. Hoody. Splits at 5km, 10km, 10M. Prize Money to top 5 Open Women & Men. Prize Money to top 3 Masters Women & Men. Pace groups provided by CES. (1:30, 1:40, 1:50, 2:00, 2:10, 2:20, 2:30, 2:45, 3:00) Six aid stops along the route. (2.5, 3.6, 6, 8.1, 10.5, 11.6) Gather in the United Club! Post-race party at Weathermark Tavern! -
5k
Incl. $5.39 Fee & Hoody
Sat 25th January 2025 (10:30AM EST)
$74.39
Winter 5k on a plowed & salted path. Finisher Medals! Hoody! Post-race party at Weathermark Tavern! Gather in the United Club!
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16th Annual F^3 Lake Half Marathon & 5k