Madison Marathon presented by SSM Health

Scenic, moderately hilly tour of Madison's lakes and UW campus with a Capitol Square start/finish, USATF-certified Boston-qualifier and cool November temps.

Next raceSunday, November 15, 2026
LocationMadison, Wisconsin
Boston qualifierYes

Madison Marathon presented by SSM Health quick facts

  • USATF-certified and Boston-qualifying.
  • Start/finish on Capitol Square featuring lakes and campus views.
  • Rolling, moderately hilly course—train for climbs.
  • Live web/app tracking available via RTRT.
  • November race with cool, sometimes breezy conditions.

What is the Madison Marathon presented by SSM Health?

The Madison Marathon is a capital‑city tour with a start/finish on Capitol Square and routes that showcase lakes Mendota and Monona, the UW–Madison campus, and classic neighborhoods. It’s USATF‑certified and used by many runners as a late‑season Boston qualifier.

Madison Marathon presented by SSM Health course route

Expect rolling, honest hills and varied neighborhoods with signature sections through the UW Arboretum and along the lakes. Maps are published before race week; train for undulating terrain to keep your goal pace intact on the back half.

Weather for the Madison Marathon presented by SSM Health

Early‑November weather in Madison is cold to cool. Typical highs trend from the low‑50s to upper‑30s with lows in the 30s and occasional wind—great marathon temps if you layer smartly.

Past Madison Marathon presented by SSM Health dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Sunday, November 15, 2026
2025Sunday, November 9, 2025CompletedOpen results
2024Sunday, November 10, 2024CompletedOpen results

Madison Marathon presented by SSM Health FAQ

When is the Madison Marathon presented by SSM Health?

The 2026 Madison Marathon presented by SSM Health is on Sunday, November 15, 2026.

How do I register for the Madison Marathon presented by SSM Health?

You can register for the Madison Marathon presented by SSM Health at raceroster.com.