Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
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CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K
The event on November 7, 2026 takes place in downtown Indianapolis and presents three road races that start and finish in the city center. The USATF-certified courses are described as fast and flat and are used by first-time half and marathon runners, elite athletes, and many runners pursuing personal records. The event is listed among the 15 largest marathons in the United States and has hosted Olympians and thousands of Boston Marathon qualifiers since 2008.
Spectators can view runners across the heart of downtown, through historic neighborhoods, and past notable monuments. Distances offered include:
- 3.1 miles (5K)
- 13.1 miles (Half marathon)
- 26.2 miles (Marathon)
Indianapolis is within a day’s drive of over half of the U.S. population and the city airport is LEED-certified and about 15 minutes from downtown. The downtown area, often described as the "mile square," has nearby hotels and local attractions such as parks, museums, restaurants, breweries, and cultural institutions for visitors. The event is organized by Beyond Monumental, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that supports youth health and running programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
