Muddy River Marathon
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Muddy River Half Marathon : event details
The Muddy River Half Marathon is scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. The event is organized at 777 N. Main St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701. The race offering includes the following distances and formats:
- 1/2 Marathon
- 1/2 Marathon Relay
Entry fees listed in the source are $60 for the 1/2 Marathon and $100 for the 1/2 Marathon Relay. The listed fees increase after January 1, 2026. The race page also references an official race website for additional information.
Course, landmarks and beneficiaries
This is the sixth annual running of the event. The course is described as relatively flat and uses roadways and paved trails. It highlights local landmarks including the Bill Emerson Bridge, Common Pleas Courthouse, and Old St. Vincent's Church, and it finishes at the riverfront near Century Casino. Proceeds from the event benefit local non-profit organizations focused on health and well-being in the region; the race reports having given over $100,000 to local non-profits since its inception. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
