The Paavo Nurmi Marathon
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The Paavo Marathon weekend
The Paavo Marathon weekend takes place in Hurley, Wisconsin (316 Silver Street, Hurley, WI 54534) on Friday and Saturday, August 7-8, 2026. The Paavo Nurmi Marathon is a point-to-point marathon run in Northern Iron County and is held on the second Saturday in August. The course is a verified course but is no longer a Boston Qualifier for this year. Organizers changed the route for safety because of increased traffic on County 77 and a bridge closure on Route 122. The course passes roads that are normally closed to the public, goes past the only standing mine headframe in Wisconsin, moves through shady groves of pines, and finishes in downtown Hurley. The event has a virtual option and a handcycle marathon. Marathon, half marathon, and relay finishers receive custom wooden finisher medals made from local wood. The Twilight 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for Friday evening during the Paavo Expo; a youth-only 5K is available for ages 12 and under. The Paavo has a long history in Wisconsin; 2025 was its 55th year. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Events and distances
- Marathon
- Half marathon
- Marathon relay
- Handcycle marathon
- 5K Run/Walk
- Virtual option