Med City Marathon, presented by ActivePT
- Date Sat 16th May 2026 - Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 2:00PM CDT
- Location Rochester, Minnesota
- Price Free - $187.75
- Races 13 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
This year's festivities will be hosted in a brand new finish line location right in the heart of downtown Rochester, ensuring an unforgettable atmosphere. Don't miss out on the Med City Health & Fitness Expo and the lively Med City Block Party featuring some of the best live music from local Midwest artists. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time runner, the Med City Marathon offers something for everyone. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this incredible celebration of health, fitness, and community!
Organiser's Description
Join us for a premier midwest race weekend, with our NEW FINISH LINE IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN ROCHESTER! This is the one to run in 2026!
Weekend events include: Boston Qualifier/USATF certified Marathon, Marathon Relay (2 or 4 person teams), GPC Half Marathon, Altra 5K, GLK Kids Race, Med City Health & Fitness Expo, and Med City Block party with some great midwest live music groups.
Races
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FULL MARATHON, Presented by ActivePT
Incl. $7.05 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 17th May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$87.05
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. $10.05 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 17th May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$140.05
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. $6.45 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 17th May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$76.45
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. $8.19 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 17th May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$107.19
Conquer the half marathon with a team of 2, each partner running 6.5 miles approx. -
Med City 20 MILER
Incl. $6.45 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 17th May 2026 (7:15AM CDT)
$76.45
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. $4.35 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sat 16th May 2026 (6:30PM CDT)
$39.35
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. $8.19 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 17th May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$107.19
One-stop shop for both the 5K and the GPC HALF Marathon. Save yourself time and $$ with this registration. As well, times will be compiled and awards offered in categories to overall Back2Back challenge winners. -
Back2Back Challenge - FULL
Incl. $8.85 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sun 17th May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$118.85
One-stop shop for both the 5K and the Full Marathon. Save yourself time and $$ 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. $12.75 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sat 16th May 2026 (6:30PM CDT)
$187.75
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
Sat 16th May 2026 (4:00PM CDT)
Free
The kids race is free and includes a finisher medal, thanks to GLK orthodontics. T-shirts can be added for $10 -
Altra 5K, PRIDE Edition
Incl. $4.35 Fee & T-Shirt/Tank
Sat 16th May 2026 (6:30PM CDT)
$39.35
This event is part of the Altra 5K. The PRIDE edition offers a unique MCM / PRIDE hoodie as part of registration and donation options go directly to support Rochester PRIDE. All other logistics of the event are the exact same as the Altra 5K. -
Health and Wellness Booth
Incl. $11.25 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (2:00PM CDT)
$161.25
OPENS 16 OCTbooths specifically for health and wellness vendors. Booths will be located at the Chateau theatre and peace plaza in downtown Rochester, part of the packet pick up for runners. -
Local Arts Booth
Incl. $7.05 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (2:00PM CDT)
$87.05
OPENS 16 OCTOpen to artists and craft makers - discounted price to support local artists. Will be hosted at Chateau theatre and peace plaza as part of packet pick up for marathon event
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