Mankato Marathon
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Mankato Marathon : mid-October race weekend in Mankato, Minnesota
The Mankato Marathon is a multi-distance race weekend presented by Mayo Clinic Health System that takes place in Mankato, Minnesota. The event includes a Boston qualifying full marathon and a variety of shorter races. Courses combine scenic trails and urban streets and highlight the Minnesota River Valley.
Race distances and formats include:
- Full Marathon, 26.2 miles
- Half Marathon, 13.1 miles
- Relay, 26.2 miles total
- 10K, 6.21 miles
- 5K, 3.1 miles
- KidsK, 0.6 miles
- Challenge combinations and a 5K Corporate Team option
The event program features runner services and weekend elements such as an expo, packet pick-up, bag drop, awards, a recovery room, and a post-race party. Course support mentioned by the organizer includes Meds on Bikes and a sport psychology team. Specific races noted by the organizer include the Pork Power Bacon 5K and the Monarch Healthcare Management 10K. Registration for the 2026 event opens December 1, 2025, and materials reference race weekend dates in October 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
