Med City Marathon

Med City Marathon anchors Rochester's spring race weekend with a Boston-qualifying full, relay depth, and a long-running Minnesota medical-city identity.

Next race2027 date TBD
LocationRochester, Minnesota
Boston qualifierYes

Med City Marathon quick facts

  • Sunday full marathon starts at 7:00 a.m. alongside relay activity.
  • Boston-qualifying course introduced in the current Rochester race era.
  • Weekend includes full marathon, 20-mile, half marathon, relay, and shorter races.

What is the Med City Marathon?

The Med City Marathon is Rochester's established spring marathon weekend, with a full marathon, 20-mile race, half marathon, relay, and shorter events.

Med City Marathon course route

The full marathon is the headline distance in a multi-race weekend around Rochester, with road running and relay logistics built into the schedule.

Weather for the Med City Marathon

Mid-May in southeast Minnesota often starts cool but can turn windy or warm by late morning. Spring storms are possible.

Past Med City Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Sunday, May 17, 2026CompletedOpen results

Med City Marathon FAQ

When is the Med City Marathon?

We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Med City Marathon. The most recent running was on Sunday, May 17, 2026.

How do I register for the Med City Marathon?

You can register for the Med City Marathon at runsignup.com.