Madison Mini Marathon
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Midwest Financial Group Madison Mini Marathon
The Midwest Financial Group Madison Mini Marathon takes place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Memorial Union Terrace, 800 Langdon St, Madison, Wisconsin. The event includes multiple race options held in downtown Madison with course features that highlight the city.
Event distances:
- Half Marathon
- 5K
- Kids Run
The courses pass a number of Madison landmarks and neighborhoods, including Capitol Square, the Dane County Farmer’s Market, State Street, Camp Randall Stadium, the Kohl Center, the Arboretum, Picnic Point, and the University of Wisconsin campus.
After the races, the 14th Mile Post-Race Party is held at Memorial Union Terrace. The post-race party features live music, views of Lake Mendota, one complimentary beer for participants aged 21 and over courtesy of Wisconsin Distributors, and non-alcoholic options such as soft drinks and bottled water.
Race entries include a fully sublimated unisex tech shirt, a custom finisher medal, finisher snacks, professional race timing, participant tracking, free digital race photos, a post-race highlight video, access to an indoor pre-race warm-up area and restrooms at Memorial Union, and pacers for the half marathon. The event also includes an appearance by Bucky Badger and is designated as a Road Runners Club of America State Championship. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
