According to the Chicago Tribune, the top five spots to see the Chicago Marathon are:
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Energizer "Keep Going" Zones (Adams and Franklin Streets, other locations): Spectators joining the fray at these marks are provided with Energizer Bunny ears (while supplies last) to invigorate the heads of the pack. The watchers can also enjoy music in exchange for rejuvenating cheers for passing runners.
MILE 132. New Balance Cheer Zones (Near Old St. Patrick's Church. Also at the finish line): Gratis cheering items will be handed out in the West Loop, while available, to watchers. So if you flake out and forget to make a sign for your racing loved one, head for the red tents for substitute spirit paraphernalia.
MILE 14.43. Occidental Brothers Dance Band Int'l (southwest corner of Adams Street and Ashland Avenue): Classic Central and West African dance music, such as soukous, highlife, rumba and dry guitar, will float through the air to entertain runners on the second half of their trek.
MILE 21.44. Chinatown (Cermak Road and Wentworth Avenue): One of the more popular spots is destined to remain so, thanks to the festive decor, dragon dancers and plenty of places to shop and eat before and after you belt out some encouraging cheers.
MILE 23.25. The International Mile (35th Street, between State Street and Michigan Avenue): Saluting the many nationalities drawn to run the marathon each year, supportive messages in native languages, colorful flags and costumed dancers will greet runners as they pass this station celebrating global diversity.
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