Mankato Marathon

  • Date Fri 17th October 2025
  • Location Mankato, Minnesota
  • Races 15 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the Mankato Marathon, taking place on October 17, 2025, in the picturesque city of Mankato, Blue Earth! This vibrant event features a variety of race distances, including the Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and the fun-filled Pork Power Bacon 5K, ensuring that there’s something for every runner, from kids to seasoned athletes.

The Mankato Marathon is renowned for its stunning courses that seamlessly blend scenic trails with urban landscapes, showcasing the breathtaking Minnesota River Valley. With exceptional course support from Bike Responders and the Sport Psych Team, participants will be motivated every step of the way. Don't miss the chance to challenge yourself with the Kato Up for the Kato, featuring exciting mini-challenges that include the Mini-Kato (5K + 10K), Mighty-Kato (5K + Half), and Mega-Kato (5K + Full). Mark your calendars, as registration opens on December 1, 2024, for this award-winning marathon that has been recognized as a "Top Marathon Worth Traveling for in Minnesota." Join us for a day of inspiration, community, and unforgettable memories!

Organiser's Description

The Mankato Marathon, presented by Mayo Clinic Health System, showcases beautiful dynamic courses and determined runners. Our courses are the perfect blend of Mankato’s scenic trails and urban landscape, highlighting the beautiful Minnesota River Valley. From Kids races to the Full Marathon and plenty of fun in between, we have a race for everyone!Don’t miss out on the Pork Power Bacon 5K and the Monarch Healthcare Management 10K. Known for exceptional course support with Bikes Responders and Sport Psych Team, you are sure to be motivated from start to finish.Kato Up for the Kato Challenges with the Mini-Kato (5k+10K), Mighty-Kato (5k+Half) and the Mega-Kato (5k+Full)Registration opens December 1, 2024, for this exceptional race on October 17-18, 2025. The Mankato Marathon was named the “Top Marathon Worth Traveling for in Minnesota”! The Mankato Half Marathon was named a 2017 Top 20 Half Marathon and Top 10 Beautiful On-Course Scenery in the country by The BibRave 100.

Races

  • Marathon Relay - Team Member

  • Marathon

  • Half Marathon

  • 10k

  • 5k

  • Corporate 5K Team Challenge

  • KidsK

  • Marathon Relay - Team Captain

  • Mini-Kato: 5K and 10K

  • Mighty-Kato: 5K and Half Marathon

  • Mega-Kato: 5K and Full Marathon

  • Virtual Marathon

  • Virtual Half Marathon

  • Virtual 10K

  • Virtual 5K

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