We’re excited to open early application access to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon 2026 (Sunday, October 11) in partnership with Motherland Escapes Sports as an official International Tour Partner.

The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, it holds the men and women marathon world records and with its fast, flat course it is a great choice of achievement for elite athletes and everyday runners alike.

This is more than a race entry.

If selected, you’ll be welcomed into an exclusive marathon travel experience with a guaranteed race entry and a curated stay in Chicago, designed for runners who value performance, culture, and connection.

Motherland Escapes Sports 3 nights & 4 nights package (October 9 - 12, 2026 & October 8 - 12, 2026)

What’s included:

• Three / four nights hotel accommodation

• All hotel taxes

• Welcome Reception on Friday evening

• Shake-out run on Saturday morning

• Escort to the marathon expo

• Saturday Morning Architectural River-Cruise – Optional Addition

• Pre-race dinner on Saturday evening

• Escorted walk to the start area (less than one mile from the hotel!)

• Post-race celebration on Sunday evening

• Motherland Escapes Sports experts available daily in Chicago to answer any questions

• Guaranteed Entry is an additional cost ($750)

• Services Charges

• Assistance with flight ticket booking

• Official invitation letter for visa purposes (if required)

Please Note:

• Entry only is not allowed.

• Room types available are Double Rooms (one bed/ two persons), Twin Rooms (two beds/two persons) or Single (one bed/one person).

• Triple and Quad and Children rates available upon request.

• Additional nights based on request and availability.

• Motherland Escapes Sports policy is that if you plan to bring a spouse or guest, they must purchase our package. For example, if there are two of you, the rate would be the double occupancy rate (per person) upon request.  If you purchase a single occupancy rate package, then only you are allowed in your room.  To attend any of our activities, you must be part of our package.

Not Included:

• Race entry fee

• Meals unless noted above

• Gratuities and tips unless noted above

• Travel Insurance

• Transportation to/from Chicago

Rates (all prices are per person in US dollars) and are single occupancy

Race Entry Fee

NB: Kindly note that room rates and availability are subject to change.

To secure your spot, an $800 USD non-refundable security deposit is required. This deposit confirms your guaranteed entry and reserves your place in the program.

Deadline to apply: December 30, 2026. Deadline to secure your place: January 5, 2026.

Places are limited and expected to sell out early.

We look forward to sharing the road with you!