EAST SIDE VIEWING AREA
Cheer on participants as they make the turn onto Columbus Drive in the final stretch of the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Spectators can purchase East Side Viewing Area tickets to access an exclusive spectator viewing area at the finish line.
The East Side Viewing Area is in Grant Park on the east side of Columbus Drive. Ticketed guests will enter Grant Park at the intersection of Michigan Avenue and 11th Street. Guests must pass through a security screening and present a ticket in exchange for a wristband to enter the secure area. The wristband will allow you to exit and re-enter the area throughout the day.
Youth eight years of age and younger will be able to access the East Side Viewing Area for free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.
8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
View the 2024 East Side Viewing Area map (.pdf)
Tickets
Ticket per person: $30 (USD)
East Side Viewing Area tickets are non-refundable.
Purchased tickets will be sent electronically. All guests must have a ticket (printed or digital) to access the East Side Viewing Area (youth 8 years and under free).
Participants interested in purchasing East Side Viewing Area tickets are encouraged to do so through their Participant Account. Spectators who are not participating in the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon can purchase their tickets below.
East Side Viewing Area tickets
