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FEATURE 07.07.09 3:39 PM

Chicago's Top Sports Events 2009

Run for Their Lives' pet-friendly event
Photo: Jennifer Girard

1. Chicago Marathon
The marathon will take place this year on October 11. Presented by Bank of America, the event typically draws 1 million spectators, more than 33,000 runners, and $10 million for various causes.

2. Arlington Million
The annual Arlington Million—acknowledged as one of the world’s most prestigious horse races—draws around 32,000 visitors to the suburban racetrack each year. The event is broadcast on national television. This year’s race will be held in August.

3. Race to Mackinac
Now in its 101st year, the Race to Mackinac sees approximately 500 boats race from Navy Pier to Mackinac Island, Michigan. The Chicago Yacht Club presents the event, which it bills as the world’s longest freshwater race at 289.4 nautical miles. This year’s happening takes place July 18. MORE >>

Chicago's Top 100 Events, Chicago Marathon, Arlington Million, Race to Mackinac, Bike the Drive, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago, Run for Their Lives, Law Enforcement Torch Run's Polar Plunge, Chicago Criterium, Mayor Daley’s Holiday Sports Festival

FEATURE 07.07.08 10:00 AM

Chicago's Top Sports Events 2008

The Chicago Marathon
Photo: Courtesy of Bank of America Chicago Marathon

1. Chicago Marathon
More than one million spectators are expected to line the streets of Chicago on October 12 to cheer on the 45,000 entrants in the 31st annual Chicago Marathon, presented by Bank of America. This race annually raises more than $10 million through the 6,000 charity runners who participate. It is part of a three-day Health and Fitness Expo at Navy Pier, which will see more than 125,000 visitors. A post-race party is open to all of the event’s competitors. MORE >>

Susan G. Komen Foundation, Race for the Cure, Special Olympics, Chicago Mercantile Exchange, Paws Chicago, Chicago Marathon, Bank of America, Health and Fitness Expo, Mayor Daley’s Holiday Sports Festival, Bike the Drive, Arlington Million, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago

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