Soldier Field 10 Race Details
Experience the Soldier Field 10, where you’ll run through some of Chicago’s most iconic sights, including Soldier Field, the Museum Campus, and the stunning shores of Lake Michigan! Both the 10-Mile and 10K courses share the same scenic route, with the 10K participants turning around a bit earlier.
Your adventure begins inside Soldier Field, where you'll exit and head south along Special Olympics Drive. Then, you’ll make a turn onto Fort Dearborn Drive, passing beneath McCormick Place and continuing to 31st Street. From there, you’ll jog alongside DuSable Lake Shore Drive, reaching the turnaround point before retracing your steps back to Soldier Field, all while taking in breathtaking views of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan.
Upon your return, you’ll cross the finish line right at the iconic Soldier Field. Throughout the course, you’ll find well-stocked Aid Stations offering hydration, restrooms, and medical support if needed, ensuring you have everything to make your run enjoyable and safe!
The Soldier Field 10 utilizes a corral system to ensure a safe, efficient, and enjoyable experience for all participants. Approximately two weeks before race day, you'll be assigned to a corral, which will be printed on your bib. Corrals will close 20 minutes before the race starts, with participants being sent off in waves every three minutes.
For the 10 Mile race, corrals will close at 6:40 AM, while the 10K corrals will close at 7:40 AM. Corral entrances are located through the Stadium Green (Tailgate Party). Allow yourself plenty of time and follow the signs to your respective corrals. The 10 Mile will have blue bibs and the 10K will have red bibs.
Please keep in mind that a pace of 15 minutes per mile (4 mph) is required to finish the event. If you fall behind this pace, we may not be able to provide course support, including aid stations, medical assistance, portable restrooms, and road closures. Additionally, local authorities and race organizers may ask you to switch to a shorter course or move to the sidewalk, where you'll need to follow regular traffic regulations.
Pacers will be provided for following finish times: 1:10, 1:15, 1:20, 1:25, 1:30, 1:35, 1:40, 1:45, 1:50, 1:55, 2:00, 2:10.
*Note: Joining with a pacer does not supersede your corral assignment.
Can't make it to packet pick up and missed the opportunity to purchase packet mailing? No problem! We now are offering a Will Call option which will allow you to pick up your race bib and goodie bag on Race Day for a $30.00. This fee is per registration not per order. You can add Will Call to your registration by logging in and adding it in your account!
*If you have already purchased packet mailing you do not need to purchase Will Call. Your packet will be shipped to you prior to race day.
The ability to purchase Will Call will close on May 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM CST.
Date: Thursday, May 27th - 1:00 PM - 6:00PM
Friday, May 28th from 11:00 AM- 6:00 PM
Complimentary parking is available for up to 2 hours with validation available at Fleet Feet South Loop. This location is also accessible via the CTA. Red/Blue/Orange and Green Lines stop at Roosevelt, just a few blocks away from your packet pick-up location.
Parking will be available in the Waldron Garage, North Garagef and South Lot for volunteers, participants, and spectators. Waldron Garage and the South Lot parking starts at 3:30 AM with North Garage starting at 4:30 AM. Entrances are marked on the Parking Map. Follow the directions of parking officials. Uber/Ride Share Drop off location is at 18th Street and Special Olympics Drive.
Parking is free until 8:00 AM or until lots are full, whichever occurs first. Should lots fill before 8:00 AM, vehicles will be directed to remote parking locations. After 8:00 AM, normal parking rates apply, and payment will be required as you enter.
Please plan to arrive at Soldier Field no later than 6:00 AM to allow yourself time to park and make your way to your start corral before they close (10 Mile corrals close at 6:40 AM and 10K corrals close at 7:45 AM).
The address of Soldier Field is 1410 Special Olympics Drive, Chicago, IL.
Divvy Bike Valet will also be available along McFetridge Drive, just north of Soldier Field.
Divvy Bike Valet service will be available in front of the south side of the Field Museum (430 E McFetridge Drive, Chicago, IL 60605) from 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM. This station will be staffed by a Divvy team member who will be able to accept more bikes than a station would typically allow, so you're guaranteed a spot to drop off your bike even if all of the docks are full.
The prize purse is back for the 10 Mile! The top 3 male and female finishers will receive a cash prize, and gift voucher from Fleet Feet Chicago. The top 3 male and female finishers in the 10K will receive gift vouchers from Fleet Feet.
1ST PLACE:
10 Mile: $500 prize, $100 gift voucher from Fleet Feet and an authenticated American flag which has flown over Soldier Field
10K: $100 gift voucher from Fleet Feet and an authenticated American flag which has flown over Soldier Field
2ND PLACE:
10 Mile: $250 prize, $50 gift voucher from Fleet Feet and an authenticated American flag which has flown over Soldier Field
10K: $50 gift voucher from Fleet Feet and an authenticated American flag which has flown over Soldier Field
3RD PLACE:
10 Mile: $125 prize, $25 gift voucher from Fleet Feet
10K: $25 gift voucher from Fleet Feet
*Cash prize award recipients must be a United States citizen and must complete and submit a W-9 form to athlete services within 1 week of the event.
Age group awards will be given to the top three male and female participants in the following age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 –79, 80-84, 85+.
Age group awards can be picked up from the pink info tent once winners have been verified by timing. Pickup time will be announced from the main stage. If award is not claimed on event day it will be taken to Fleet Feet South Loop for pick up the week of June 1. Customer service will email award recipients.
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Post Race Tailgate
Celebrate Memorial Day in style at the Post-Race Tailgate! Join us at the Stadium Green outside Soldier Field right after the race, from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM, for a fantastic gathering.
After your run, unwind with family and friends while enjoying live tunes at the main stage, playing tailgate games, and indulging in delicious food from Home Run Inn Pizza. Don’t forget to also check out the other vendor booths that will be announced closer to race month. Plus, everyone over 21 can enjoy a complimentary beer*.
Thirsty for more? No worries! You can purchase additional beer tickets at the beer tents during the Post-Race Tailgate. Just remember to bring your ID for a smooth experience at the beer service stations. Keep your bib handy too—your drink ticket will be attached to it. Come join the celebration!
*Must be 21 years old or older. Your drink ticket will be attached to your bib. For those under 21, your drink ticket may be exchanged for a non-alcoholic drink. IDs will be checked at the beer serving stations. Be sure you have your ID with you before entering the beer service stations for easy and efficient service. Additional beer tickets will be available for purchase during the Post-Race Tailgate.
