Need an entry to the race?
please read the information below
Joining the team:
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
FUNDRAISING REQUIREMENT DETAILS
TEAM BENEFITS
Also available:
TRAVEL INFORMATION
RACE WEEKEND SCHEDULE - EXPO, RUNNER'S RECOGNITION DINNER & RACE DAY SUPPORT
IMPORTANT
If you want to join the team as a charity runner through RUN FOR AUTISM, a $500 minimum fundraising amount is required. See details below.
ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE FINAL. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS.
Joining the team and resigistering for the race
Requesting for one of OAR's limited entries is a two step process. Please read both steps before proceeding.
STEP 1: Complete the $500 fundraising commitment form and waiver HERE.
STEP 2: Purchase your race entry online at www.firstgiving.com/oar.
Once you're at the Firstgiving site, select "Get Started" and then select NYC Half Marathon from the list of events. Choose "Yes - Register Online Now". You will be required to pay a registration fee of $145.00. This includes a race entry fee that goes directly to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon and a RUN FOR AUTISM Team fee of $25.00.
ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE FINAL. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS.
What is the Fundraising Requirement?
The NYRR requires all charity runners to raise at least $1,000. By signing up with one of OAR's very limited number of entries, you agree to raise this amount by race day and have your credit card charged for any remaining balance. OAR's runners have historically averaged raising between $1,500 and $2,000. Runners who raise $2,500 or more receive a special incentive.
ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE FINAL. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS.
Team Benefits
Guaranteed entry into the New York City Half Marathon
RUN FOR AUTISM T-Shirt and race shirt
Invitation to OAR's Runners' Recognition Dinner held the evening before
Race day support and Finish Line celebration
RUN FOR AUTISM Fundraising Guide
A personal fundraising web page
Participants who raise over $1,000 and want to be part of the team and raise money again are offered a free entry to the the following years Chicago or Marine Corps Marathon.
Participants who raise over $2,500 receive a special incentive prize.
SPECIAL BENEFIT FOR CHICAGO-AREA RUNNERS - TRAIN WITH CARA!
For RUN FOR AUTISM team members in the Chicago area, OAR offers an optional training program through the Chicago Area Runners Association. The 17-week training program begins June 13 and features mid-week and weekend runs in a wide variety of locations. For more details and to sign up, download this form. Fax (703-243-9751) or email (run@researchautism.org) the completed form to OAR.
Learn more about CARA at www.cararuns.org
Travel Information
TRAVEL INFORMATION
For Hotel information or reservations, travel and tourism information and more, visit the official Chicago Marathon Hotels and Travel Web site.
Race Weekend Schedule
PRE-RACE EXPO
All participants must attend the Expo to pick up their race packet containing their official race bib and timing chip. Packets are not available for pick up the day of the event. The event is free and open to the public, so feel free to bring your family and friends.
Friday, October 9, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday, October 10, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location:
McCormick Place Convention Center, North Building, Hall B1
2301 S. Martin Luther King Dr.
Chicago, IL 60616
OAR will have a booth at the Expo and staff members will be present both days. Stop by to pick up a say “Hello” before the dinner and before race day.
Click here for driving directions.
RUNNER’S RECOGNITION DINNER
OAR invites all RUN FOR AUTISM team members and their family and friends to the Runners’ Recognition Dinner at Harry Caray's Restaurant on Saturday night prior to the race, October 10. It’s a great chance to meet other team members and share your stories.
An announcement and an invitation will be sent with complete details at a later date.
Location:
Harry Caray's Restaurant
5700 S Cicero Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
RACE DAY SUPPORT
Morning Gear Check
The OAR tent will be set up in the Charity Village area on race day and is a perfect, secure location for all RUN FOR AUTISM runners to leave items they will need before or after the race.
In addition, family members can use the tent as a central location to rally before they cheer you on and greet you as you finish on your big day. The Charity Village will be located in Grant Park near the start/finish line.
Location: The exact location of the OAR tent will be announced before race day.
Finishers’ Celebration - The ideal location meet family and friends!
Once you have finished the race, come back to the OAR tent at the Charity Village and revel in your accomplishment with other team members.
You can take photos and share your stories with the family, friends, volunteers, and the OAR staff. Fruit, drinks, and other refreshments will be provided.
If you have used the tent for a place to leave warm clothes and personal items, they will be secure while you run and ready for pickup.
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