Mankato Marathon

OCT

15

2027

Multi-distance running event in Mankato, Minnesota with marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, kids races, relays and virtual options on October 15 to 16, 2027.

Fri 15 Oct 2027

Mankato, Minnesota

Website

Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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About the race

The Mankato Marathon is a multi-race event in Mankato, Minnesota, held October 15 to 16, 2027 and presented by Mayo Clinic Health System. Courses combine scenic trails and urban streets and highlight the Minnesota River Valley.

Distances and event formats include:

Marathon
Half marathon
10K
5K
KidsK and other kids races
Marathon relay
Virtual marathon, half, 10K, and 5K
Corporate 5K Team Challenge

Race weekend includes a Scheels Wellness Expo, packet pick up and bag drop. Course support features Bikes Responders and a Sport Psych Team. The event offers named sponsor races such as the Pork Power Bacon 5K and the Monarch Healthcare Management 10K. There are combined challenges called Mini-Kato (5K plus 10K), Mighty-Kato (5K plus half marathon) and Mega-Kato (5K plus full marathon). Marathon relay registrations note that the team captain must register first. Virtual race entries include shipping for the medal, swag item and bib.

Registration opens November 1, 2026. Sponsors for the weekend include Mayo Clinic Health System and several local and regional organizations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.