The Bismarck Marathon
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Event
The Bismarck Marathon is a long-running road race in Bismarck, North Dakota. It is a 501(c)(3) organization and is held at the North Dakota State Capitol Grounds. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026, and the organizer announced that registration opens January 1, 2025. The marathon has USATF certification.
Races and race-day information
Distances and event options include:
- Full Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- BNSF Railway Marathon Relay
- Kids Races
- BisBark Dog Walk
- Jerome’s Pub Crawl
Race weekend materials and services listed by the organizer include a schedule of events, a race map, packet pick-up, parking information, race swag, lodging options, and a race roster. Race-day amenities referenced include awards and a PR bell, race photos, and results. The event also features opportunities to get involved such as volunteer roles, vendor row, rally points, and sponsorships. Sponsors named on the organizer’s materials include MDU Resources Group and BNSF Railway among others. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
