Med City Marathon, presented by ActivePT
- Date Sun 18th May 2025
- Location Rochester, Minnesota
- Price Free - $186.50
- Races 11 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 29th Annual Med City Marathon, taking place on Sunday, May 18, 2025, in the vibrant city of Rochester, Olmsted. This exciting event promises to energize the community with a weekend filled with incredible races, including a Boston Qualifier and USATF certified Marathon, a thrilling Marathon Relay for teams of 2 or 4, and the popular GPC Half Marathon. For those looking for a shorter challenge, the Altra 5K is perfect for runners of all levels, plus there’s a fun Kids Race to inspire the next generation of athletes!
This year’s marathon will feature a brand new finish line right in the heart of downtown Rochester, making it an unforgettable experience for participants and spectators alike. Don’t miss out on the Med City Health & Fitness Expo, where you can discover the latest in health and wellness. Join us for a weekend of excitement, community spirit, and achievement at one of the Midwest’s premier race events!
This year’s marathon will feature a brand new finish line right in the heart of downtown Rochester, making it an unforgettable experience for participants and spectators alike. Don’t miss out on the Med City Health & Fitness Expo, where you can discover the latest in health and wellness. Join us for a weekend of excitement, community spirit, and achievement at one of the Midwest’s premier race events!
Organiser's Description
The 29th Annual Med City Marathon is back in 2025! We are back and working to make the Rochester community come alive with the annual Med City Marathon, presented by ActivePT, One of the Midwests premier race event weekends. NEW FINISH LINE IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN ROCHESTER!
Weekend events include: Boston Qualifier/USATF certified Marathon, Marathon Relay (2 or 4 person teams), GPC Half Marathon, Altra 5K, Kids Race, and the Med City Health & Fitness Expo.
Weekend events include: Boston Qualifier/USATF certified Marathon, Marathon Relay (2 or 4 person teams), GPC Half Marathon, Altra 5K, Kids Race, and the Med City Health & Fitness Expo.
Races
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FULL MARATHON, Presented by ActivePT
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 18th May 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$85.80
With a newer course and brand new finish line, the Full Marathon is now a PR course for Boston Qualifying runners. Shuttle buses will drop runners off at the start line near the RTS Airport. Runners will work their way down to the center of Rochester, passing through country roads to the Zumbro River trail system that cuts through tree lined neighborhoods and parks and city center. Finish right in the heart of downtown Rochester into our brand new finish line party! USATF certified marathon course -
Full Marathon RELAY
Incl. $8.50 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 18th May 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$133.50
2 or 4 person teams take on the Full Marathon Course. 2 person teams, each person runs a half marathon. 4 person teams, each person runs approx 6.5 mile leg of the marathon. Coordinated shuttle buses make it easy to access. Meet your team member at the end and finish together! -
Gpc Half Marathon
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 18th May 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$69.90
Introducing MN's FASTEST half marathon! With our new course, this event has a down hill feel, all the way to the finish line, with plenty of space and shaded trails to keep you cruising to the finish line. USATF certified course -
Half Marathon RELAY
Incl. $7.00 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 18th May 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$107.00
Conquer the half marathon with a team of 2, each partner running 6.5 miles approx. -
Med City 20 MILER
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 18th May 2025 (7:15AM EDT)
$69.90
Race now starts at 6.2 miles of the full marathon, giving you the same awesome course as the Full Marathon and allowing runners to get to cross the awesome new finish line in the heart of downtown. The #1 training event for your summer marathons. -
Altra FCU 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sat 17th May 2025 (6:30PM EDT)
$38.10
Join us for the most festive 5K in Rochester, the Altra FCU Saturday night 5K! Running the zumbro trails into the a closed off downtown, with a celebration finish, including free beer and live bands performing. As well, take part in the "Fastest Wheels Competition" presented by Rochester Motor Cars if you would like, where you can test your sprint finish by having your final 40 yards timed (awards offered to fastest sprint finish). -
Back2Back Challenge - HALF
Incl. $6.70 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 18th May 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$101.70
One-stop shop for both the 5K and the GPC HALF Marathon. Save yourself time and $$ with this registration. As well, times will be compiled and awards offered in categories to overall Back2Back challenge winners. -
Back2Back Challenge - FULL
Incl. $7.60 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 18th May 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$117.60
One-stop shop for both the 5K and the Full Marathon. Save yourself time and $$ with this registration. As well, times will be compiled and awards offered in categories to overall Back2Back challenge winners. -
Corporate and Community Team 5K
Incl. $11.50 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sat 17th May 2025 (6:30PM EDT)
$186.50
Race with your coworkers, community partners, or a group of friends! Must have at least 5 team members. -
GLK Ortho KIDS RUN
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 18th May 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
The kids race is free and includes a finisher medal, thanks to GLK orthodontics. T-shirts can be added for $10 -
Stay Out of the Sun Run 5K
Incl. $3.28 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sat 17th May 2025 (6:30PM EDT)
$41.28
This event will part of the Altra 5K. This registration is for runners affiliated with the Stay Out of the Sun Run supporting the skin cancer center. Runners receive a different design longsleeve than Altra 5K registration. Runners not affiliated should register above with the Altra 5K registration.
Med City Marathon, presented by ActivePT