Full Marathon

May 17, 2026

The one to run in 2026! The Full Marathon, presented by ActivePT, is one of the fastest growing marathons around, and for good reason! An exciting course starting by the RST airport. The run follows county roads through picturesque farmlands and wooded forests on an easy down grade. This links up to the beautiful Zumbro River trails, and cuts through the heart of Rochester, through tree-line neighborhoods, parks and rivers, and finishing in the heart of downtown Rochester.

Start Line

RST airport (7333 Airport View Dr SW, Rochester MN)

Finish Line

Downtown Rochester, MN (304 1st Ave SW, Rochester MN)

Start Time

7:00AM

Time Limit

The time limit for the Full Marathon is 6 hours.

Course Map

MapMyRun does not show exact certified distances. Courses are certified to exact distances for each event.

2025 maps are accurate for the 2026 race. Any permitting adjustments to the course that may come up through the city of Rochester and MNDOT will be communicated to participants immediately.

Race Details and FAQs

2026 marathon pricing tiers

Oct 1 – Jan 14 – EARLY BIRD $75
Jan 15 – Feb 19 $85
Feb 20 – April 3 $95
April 4 – May 9 $105
May 10 – May 14 $120

race day info

For full race weekend details and FAQs, click here

CHECK MY REGISTRATION

To double check or change info on your registration, log in to your runsignup account HERE

Registration changes are FINAL after Wednesday May 6, 2026. Please do not request changes or transfers after this date. If there is incorrect information on your registration after this timeline, there will be a help table at race day packet pick up where you can make adjustments. (I.E. age, name, etc.) SHIRT SIZES CANNOT BE CHANGED ON RACE DAY.

packet pick up

Hosted during Health Street on Saturday, May 16, 2:00-7:00PM | Historic Chateau Theatre | Peace Plaza | 15 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55902
(packet pick up will remain open 1/2 hour longer than the Health Street Event for any later pick ups)

You are allowed to have someone else pick up your packet for you. Forward your registration confirmation to them and make sure they have that ready at packet pick up.

Can’t make packet pick up on Saturday?
We will host a morning of packet pick up at 5:30AM, just before the start on Sunday. This will be held at the start line area, at the Rochester International Event Center, near the Rochester International Airport. 7333 Airport View Dr SW, Rochester, MN 55902

bib transfer

There is a $15 bib transfer fee. To transfer your bib, please email director@medcitymarathonmn.com and request a transfer option

bag drop

The team from Two Men and a Truck proudly sponsor our bag drop, and will be ready for you at the start line. They will collect your bags and store them securely in their trucks until you pick them up at the finish line.

awards

1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall in each category will receive awards. If you place in an overall category you are not eligible for age group awards.

AGE CATEGORY AWARDS
1st Place, 2nd Place and 3rd Place awards will be given for Males and Females in the following age categories:
Under 19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70-79
80 and up

STROLLERS

Following the RRCA (Road Runners Club of America) guidelines, we do not permit strollers in any of our races as they increase the potential for injury to race participants and children. Due to the easy congestion of our trail system and the amount of people that participate in our Rochester event, strollers pose too high of a risk for injury.

SHIRT EXCHANGE

Shirt exchange will be available at the finish line area post race. Shirt sizes may be exchanged at this time only. Unworn shirts only. Sizes are not guaranteed beyond what is selected during registration.

cancellations

Race fees are nonrefundable and cannot be transferred to next year’s race or another event. Sorry, no exceptions. However, your registration can be transferred to another participant through May 6, 2026. See BIB TRANSFER

We highly recommend purchasing the event insurance in case of any scenarios that may arrive, including sickness, delays, weather race cancellations, etc. as the events are non-refundable

FIND YOUR WAY THANKS TO OUR START-TO-FINISH SPONSOR

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Courses presented by

TerraLoco is the number one stop in Rochester for all your running needs. Visit them at the health and fitness expo on race weekend to get any last minute race supplies! Learn more at runterraloco.com

Race photography presented by

Driftless Hydration is a health service that offers IV Infusions to help your recovery in many areas. Whether you need help with energy, immune support, detox, or athlete recovery, Driftless Hydration has specialized IV Infusions to get you moving in the right direction. They will be at the Med City Marathon in 2025 at the expo and the finish line. Learn more about their services here at www.driftlesshydration.com