Med City Marathon
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Med City Marathon (Rochester, MN)
Med City Marathon, presented by ActivePT, is an annual race weekend held in Rochester, MN. The 2026 event is scheduled for May 16-17, 2026 and marks the race's 30th year. The marathon course is USATF certified and designated as a Boston qualifier. The downtown finish line is new for 2026, and the weekend includes a health and fitness expo and a block party with live music.
Races and event features
- 26.2 miles - Full Marathon (chip timed; Boston qualifier)
- Half Marathon
- 20 Mile
- 5K (Altra and Corporate 5K editions)
- Marathon and Half Marathon relays
- Back2Back challenges (half and full)
- Kids Run
Additional event features include approximately 13 water and nutrition stations along the marathon course, awards for overall and age-group finishers, post-race live music, and expo booths for health, wellness, and local arts. The event location is listed as 304 1st Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902. Sponsors and partners include ActivePT and a range of local and regional organizations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.