Wausau Marathon
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Wausau Marathon presented by Ho-Chunk Gaming Wittenberg
The 15th annual Wausau Marathon event takes place on August 23, 2026, in Wausau, Wisconsin. The event location is listed as 1201 Stewart Ave, Wausau, WI 54403. Multiple race options are offered on the same day.
The event includes these distances:
- 26.2 Miles Marathon
- 13.1 Miles Half Marathon
- 26.2 Miles Relay, teams of 2 to 4
- 3.1 Miles 5K, free entry
The course crosses the Wisconsin River and passes through several scenic parts of the region. The course is USATF certified and may be used to qualify for Boston, Chicago, and New York marathons. The Boston Marathon entry cutoff is noted as the middle of September, making this race a late opportunity to meet qualifying standards. In 2025, 9.5% of the field achieved qualification.
Registration timing and fees varied by event. Registration for the marathon, half marathon and relay opened on September 30, 2025 and closed on October 1, 2025. The 5K registration closed on August 21, 2026. Published entry fees are $50.00 for the marathon, $40.00 for the half marathon, $120.00 for the relay, and $0.00 for the 5K. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
