Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon
The Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in America.
Race day
4
Oct 2026
The Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in America.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 4 October 2026Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Start time | 08:00 local (America/Chicago)Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full MarathonCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Location | Minneapolis, Minnesota, United StatesCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Start area | US Bank Plaza, Minneapolis to Saint Paul, MNConfirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Entry price | $130–$190Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Point to point · USATF certifiedCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 100 mCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 10,000 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Boston qualifier | YesCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Twin Cities In MotionCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Official website | tcmevents.orgOrganizer · 21 May 2026 | Organizer | 21 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 21 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 21 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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Hailed as the most beautiful urban marathon in America, from Minneapolis to Saint Paul.
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Best For
Runners comparing a listed Boston qualifier
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon options around Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
Watch For
Confirm entry details before paying
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, point to point course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon is currently listed for October 4, 2026, which makes the October planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include road surface, point to point course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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