
Divas Chicago Half Marathon and 5k is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Chicago, IL.
From the Organizer
Get ready to slay the Windy City in style! The Diva’s Half Marathon & 5K is bringing all the glam to the iconic Soldier Field this fall. Whether you're racing 13.1 miles or 3.1, you’ll strut your stuff along the scenic Chicago lakefront with tiaras, tutus, and a whole lot of sparkle.
Expect feather boas, blinged-out medals, pink everything, and a red carpet finish that’s fit for royalty. And yes — there will be bubbly at the finish line.
Gather your glam squad, lace up those rhinestone kicks, and join us for a race day that’s fierce, fabulous, and totally unforgettable.
Because running like a Diva is the only way to run.
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 9/19
High
80°
Low
66°
Conditions
Chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
67%
Wind
10 mph
Host City
Population
2,707,648
as of 2023
City Elevation
594 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Divas Chicago Half Marathon and 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
4
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
Divas Chicago Half Marathon and 5k
Sep 19, 2026