About
Come celebrate the 2019 Chicago Half Marathon & 5K with us! This year's epic event traverses the streets around Hyde Park and the Museum of Science and Industry before winding on to traffic-free Lake Shore Drive. We couldn't put on a world-class event like the Chicago Half Marathon without the help of our volunteers!
Perks
We can't thank you enough for your help but we want to try to show you how much we appreciate you! All volunteers will receive an event specific volunteer shirt, water, snacks, a light meal, service hours, and more.
Volunteer Groups
Learn more about group opportunities and how you could earn a donation for your group or non-profit of 10+ by contacting us at volunteerchicago@lt.life.
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Registration
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Registration Closes
Any time before each shift starts or when space runs out.
Age Limit
13 and up
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Shifts (35)
1 - 1 of 1 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expo Setup (Thursday) | 12:00pm (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | 150 W West Roosevelt Road Chicago, Illinois 60605 Check in at the Expo Volunteer Tent | Get a behind the scenes view of race/expo production! Set-up includes preparing athlete items, putting together credentials, and completing other tasks before doors open to the public. | 7/5 | Over |
1 - 2 of 2 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expo Friday Full Day | 11:30am (CT) | 7:30pm (CT) | 150 W West Roosevelt Road Chicago, Illinois 60605 Check in at the Expo Volunteer Tent | The Expo is the athlete’s first stop as they get ready for their race. Tasks include greeting participants, assisting with bib pick-up, shirt/goody bag distribution, and other areas of the Expo. Volunteers will be assigned to a task after checking in. | 40/40 | Over |
| Expo - Friday (Shift 2) | 3:00pm (CT) | 7:30pm (CT) | 150 W West Roosevelt Road Chicago, Illinois 60605 Check in at the Expo Volunteer Tent | The Expo is the athlete’s first stop as they get ready for their race. Tasks include greeting participants, assisting with bib pick-up, shirt/goody bag distribution, and other areas of the Expo. Volunteers will be assigned to a task after checking in. | 8/60 | Over |
1 - 2 of 2 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expo - Saturday (Shift 1) | 9:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | 150 W West Roosevelt Road Chicago, Illinois 60605 Check in at the Expo Volunteer Tent | The Expo is the athlete’s first stop as they get ready for their race. Tasks include greeting participants, assisting with bib pick-up, shirt/goody bag distribution, and other areas of the Expo. Volunteers will be assigned to a task after checking in. | 50/60 | Over |
| Expo - Saturday (Shift 2) | 12:00pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | 150 W West Roosevelt Road Chicago, Illinois 60605 Check in at the Expo Volunteer Tent | The Expo is the athlete’s first stop as they get ready for their race. Tasks include greeting participants, assisting with bib pick-up, shirt/goody bag distribution, and other areas of the Expo. Volunteers will be assigned to a task after checking in. | 16/60 | Over |
1 - 30 of 30 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Floater Captain | 4:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | 150 W West Roosevelt Road Chicago, Illinois 60605 Check in at the Expo Volunteer Tent | Assist in running groups of volunteers to the correct locations and making sure all volunteers are well taken care of during race day. You must be flexible to switch multiple responsibilities and assist with roles that need extra support. | 0/1 | Over |
| Shuttles - Jackson Park | 4:00am (CT) | 11:00am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Assist shuttle coordinators with onboarding athletes onto shuttles and helping with crowd control. Your main point of contact will be the Shuttle Coordinator | 0/5 | Over |
| Shuttles - Millenium Park | 4:00am (CT) | 7:00am (CT) | Millennium Shuttle Pick Up Location Chicago, Illinois 60602 Check in with Shuttle Coordinator | Assist shuttle coordinators with onboarding athletes onto shuttles and helping with crowd control. Your main point of contact will be the Shuttle Coordinator | 2/5 | Over |
| Gear Check | 4:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Athletes will drop off their gear and you'll help label and organize the bags for easy pick-up after their race. | 0/50 | Over |
| Gear Check Captain | 4:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Gear Check Captains will manage Gear Check Volunteers and ensure all bags are sorted correctly. Work with race staff to ensure volunteers have all of the supplies and info they need. | 2/2 | Over |
| Info Tent Captain | 4:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Assist with providing information about the race to participants and spectators. Answer FAQs about the race, schedule, directions, and other general knowledge regarding the event. It is required to go over Race Information Documents prior to the event. FAQs and all other information will be provided. | 1/1 | Over |
| Start Captain | 4:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Start Captains will wait at the volunteer tent for all start volunteers to arrive and will take the group to the start line to meet up with the Start Coordinator. The Start Captains are the lead point in disseminating information and providing instruction to their respective volunteer team, and will... | 1/4 | Over |
| Will Call & Results Volunteers | 4:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Tasks include greeting participants, assisting with bib pick-up, and shirt/goody bag distribution. After Will Call, show athletes their official race time and help hand out age group awards. | 5/25 | Over |
| Back of the Pack Crew | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | This position is a fun and cheerful volunteer opportunity that offers direct interaction with the athletes. The Back of the Pack's first role is to assist the Life Time Staff with organizing the athletes at the start and managing the Pre-Race Water Station. Your focus should be on helping athletes... | 18/25 | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station A | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Aid Station A - Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60649 Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | Instruct and help volunteers set up the Aid Station, keep athletes hydrated, keep the area clean, and tear down the station. A check list, layout, and instructions will be provided. | 3/3 | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station B | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Aid Station B - La Rabida Hospital Chicago, IL 60649 Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | Instruct and help volunteers set up the Aid Station, keep athletes hydrated, keep the area clean, and tear down the station. A check list, layout, and instructions will be provided. | 2/2 | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station C | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Aid Station C - NB Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60649 Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | Instruct and help volunteers set up the Aid Station, keep athletes hydrated, keep the area clean, and tear down the station. A check list, layout, and instructions will be provided. | 2/2 | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station D | 5:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Aid Station D - NB Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60637 Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | Instruct and help volunteers set up the Aid Station, keep athletes hydrated, keep the area clean, and tear down the station. A check list, layout, and instructions will be provided. | 2/2 | Over |
| Finish Line Shift 1 | 5:00am (CT) | 10:00am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Be the first to congratulate athletes once they finish their race! Prepare and distribute finisher medals, water, post-race food, and more. | 20/30 | Over |
| Floaters | 5:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | If you're flexible and adaptable to any task, this role is for you! Floater volunteers will be assigned different tasks throughout the event. | 104/150 | Over |
| Gear Check Shift 1 | 5:00am (CT) | 10:00am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Athletes will drop off their gear and you'll help label and organize the bags for easy pick-up after their race. | 0/30 | Over |
| Medical | 5:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Assist with medical needs in a tent on the course or on site. Exact placement will be determined race morning. Medical knowledge required, medical professional licensing is preferred (EMT, Paramedic, RN, PT, MD). | 21/100 | Over |
| Start Volunteers | 5:00am (CT) | 10:00am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Guide athletes to their assigned corral and assist with releasing them onto the course. | 31/35 | Over |
| VIP Captain | 5:00am (CT) | 12:30am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Assist the VIP Coordinator manage VIP parking, check-in, gear check, and other amenities at the VIP Finish Tent. | 1/2 | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station E | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Aid Station E - NB Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60637 Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | Instruct and help volunteers set up the Aid Station, keep athletes hydrated, keep the area clean, and tear down the station. A check list, layout, and instructions will be provided. | 2/2 | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station F | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Aid Station F - Ramp SB Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60637 Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | Instruct and help volunteers set up the Aid Station, keep athletes hydrated, keep the area clean, and tear down the station. A check list, layout, and instructions will be provided. | 2/2 | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station G | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Aid Station G - SB Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60637 Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | Instruct and help volunteers set up the Aid Station, keep athletes hydrated, keep the area clean, and tear down the station. A check list, layout, and instructions will be provided. | 1/2 | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station H | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Aid Station H - SB Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60637 Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | Instruct and help volunteers set up the Aid Station, keep athletes hydrated, keep the area clean, and tear down the station. A check list, layout, and instructions will be provided. | 2/2 | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station I | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Aid Station I - SB Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60637 Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | Instruct and help volunteers set up the Aid Station, keep athletes hydrated, keep the area clean, and tear down the station. A check list, layout, and instructions will be provided. | 0/2 | Over |
| Captain - Aid Station J | 5:15am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Aid Station J - Across Museum Chicago, IL 60637 Text or Call the Volunteer Coordinator when you Arrive | Instruct and help volunteers set up the Aid Station, keep athletes hydrated, keep the area clean, and tear down the station. A check list, layout, and instructions will be provided. | 0/2 | Over |
| Finish Line Captain | 5:15am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Manage Finish Line volunteers and make sure they have all the information and supplies they need. Move volunteers to different areas based on lines. | 2/2 | Over |
| Finish Line | 5:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Be the first to congratulate athletes once they finish their race! Prepare and distribute finisher medals, water, post-race food, and more. | 31/150 | Over |
| Run Course Marshals | 6:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Point athletes in the right direction on course and help direct spectators at cross zones. | 5/25 | Over |
| Finish Line Shift 2 | 9:00am (CT) | 12:30pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Be the first to congratulate athletes once they finish their race! Prepare and distribute finisher medals, water, post-race food, and more. | 3/30 | Over |
| Gear Check Shift 2 | 9:00am (CT) | 12:30pm (CT) | Jackson Park Chicago, IL 60637 Check in at Main Volunteer Tent | Athletes will drop off their gear and you'll help label and organize the bags for easy pick-up after their race. | 0/30 | Over |