Mankato Marathon
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Event overview
The Mankato Marathon takes place in Mankato, Minnesota on October 16-17, 2026. The event is presented by Mayo Clinic Health System. Courses combine trails and urban roads and highlight the Minnesota River Valley. The weekend includes an expo and a sequence of races across two days. Several local and regional organizations are listed as sponsors.
Race options and registration
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- KidsK
- Marathon Relay
- Corporate 5K Team Challenge
- Mini-Kato (5K + 10K)
- Mighty-Kato (5K + Half Marathon)
- Mega-Kato (5K + Marathon)
- Virtual Marathon
- Virtual Half Marathon
- Virtual 10K
- Virtual 5K
Registration opens December 1, 2025. Registration fees vary by event and by registration period. The Mini-, Mighty- and Mega-Kato challenges include commemorative socks. Virtual races include shipping, a medal, a jacket, and a bib; virtual results can be submitted between October 20 and October 31. Packet pick-up and bag drop information are provided by the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
