Madison Mini-Marathon
Madison Mini-Marathon tours the Wisconsin capital, UW campus and Arboretum on a varied city course before a lively lakeside finish in midsummer.
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Quick facts
- Capital Square, UW campus and Arboretum route
- RaceJoy participant tracking is planned for race day
- RRCA Wisconsin Half Marathon Championship
- Warm, humid midsummer mornings despite the lakeside setting
About the Madison Mini-Marathon
The Madison Mini-Marathon is an established capital-city half with a compact downtown start and strong local identity. The route connects the University of Wisconsin, city landmarks and green space rather than staying on a generic suburban loop.
Course
The course passes Capitol Square, State Street, Camp Randall and the UW Arboretum before returning toward Lake Mendota. Its urban turns and changing terrain reward controlled early pacing more than an all-out opening mile.
Race-day weather
Early August in Madison can be warm and humid even at the morning start. Runners should plan hydration around heat rather than counting on the lakeside setting to keep conditions cool.
Past Madison Mini-Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, August 8, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | — | Results available | Open results |
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Madison Mini-Marathon FAQ
When is the Madison Mini-Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Madison Mini-Marathon. The most recent running was on Saturday, August 8, 2026.
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