Twin Cities Marathon
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Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend
The Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend takes place October 2 to 4, 2026 across two cities and multiple urban neighborhoods. Courses cross the Mississippi River, circle three urban lakes, and include routes that start or finish at the State Capitol for some distances.
Event distances and formats include:
- Family events including Diaper Dash, Toddler Trot, Half Mile and Mile
- TC 5K starting and ending on the State Capitol grounds
- TC 10K finishing at the State Capitol and serving as the USATF 10K Championships
- Medtronic TC 10 Mile featuring a Mississippi River crossing
- TC Half Marathon For More
- Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon
- TC Loony Challenge three race series that secures 10 Mile start line entry
- TC Ultra Loony Challenge combining 5K, 10K and Marathon
Registration opens March 3, 2026 at 10 A.M. Central. Refunds are available within 48 hours of registration and that policy remains valid until five days before the event. Entries may be transferred through Race Roster before August 31, 2026. There is no deferral program at this time.
Additional notes: a Kids Run Free discount is applied when registering participants under 18. Strollers are permitted in 5K or shorter races with a stroller waiver and special bib. Water vests are allowed on course. The marathon, the TC 10 Mile, and the TC 10K are USATF sanctioned events. Twin Cities In Motion offers volunteer roles and charity team options, and an event app provides participant tracking and race alerts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
