2026 Medtronic Twin Cities
Half Marathon for More Participant Guide
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2026 Medtronic Twin Cities
Half Marathon for More Participant Guide
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Weekend Events Schedule
Friday, October 2
Health & Fitness Expo
Time – 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday, October 3
USATF 10K Championship - Men
Start – 7:15 a.m.
USATF 10K Championship - Women
Start – 7:20 a.m.
Start – 7:30 a.m.
Start – 9:00 a.m.
Start – 10:15 a.m.
Start – 10:45 a.m.
Start – 11:00 a.m.
Start – 11:15 a.m.
Toddler Trot (ages 4 & under)
Start – 11:30 a.m.
Family Activity Area - presented by Post Consumer Brands
Time: 8 a.m. – Noon
Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday, October 4
Medtronic TC 10 Mile
Downtown Minneapolis (401 Portland Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415) to the State Capitol
The Shortcut to the Capitol®
Start – 6:55 a.m.
TC Half Marathon for More
NEW ROUTE: Downtown Minneapolis (615 South 6th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415) to the State Capitol
Half the Distance, More Community Impact
Start - 7:40 a.m.
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon
Downtown Minneapolis (615 South 6th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415) to the State Capitol
The Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in America®
Pro Wheeler Start - 7:52 a.m.
AWD Start - 7:55 a.m.
Pro Athlete Start - 7:58 a.m.
Corral 1/Mass Start - 8:00 a.m.
27th Mile
State Capitol grounds in Saint Paul
Runners meet their friends and family beyond the finish. Enjoy the Summit Brewing Co. beer garden, photo stops, race merchandise and more!
Time - 8 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Landon Conrath at the Live Music Stage
At the Live Music Stage in the Beer Garden
Cheers to your accomplishment while enjoying the music of local Indie-Pop artist, Landon Conrath.
Time - 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
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Race Week Information
Marathon, Half Marathon and 10 Mile Live Streaming
Remind friends and family members that your run will be streamed live on Sunday, October 4. Twin Cities In Motion will partner with KARE 11 to present More Than a Marathon LIVE, a digital live-stream production offering comprehensive coverage of Sunday’s events from 6:30 a.m. until 1 p.m.
More Than a Marathon LIVE, will be available across KARE 11’s digital platforms, including the KARE 11 website, the KARE 11 app for iOS and Android, KARE 11 on YouTube, and the new KARE 11+ app for Roku and Fire TV. After the event, you can watch the show on demand at KARE 11 on YouTube. The coverage will be provided free of charge.
And when you see a More Than a Marathon LIVE camera, don’t forget to smile!
Download the Twin Cities In Motion App
Presented by Medtronic
You can follow the progress of the marathon, half marathon, and 10 mile participants on race day using the Twin Cities In Motion App. In addition to athlete tracking, you can find course maps, weekend schedules, expo information, transportation details, and more. The app includes everything you need to know about Marathon Weekend. Search for “Twin Cities In Motion” in your app store.
Follow Us!
Like Twin Cities In Motion on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram @twincitiesinmotion. Use #TwinCitiesMarathon to join the conversation during race weekend.
Stride Into Marathon Weekend
Activities to Warm You Up for Your Race
26.2: A Marathon Poster Show, presented by Visit Saint Paul
Thursday, September 24th, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
This year’s Marathon Weekend poster show will be hosted at Avalon, downtown St. Paul.
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Local artists displaying posters inspired by The Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in America® and the Twin Cities running community
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Posters are available for purchase at the poster show and at the Health & Fitness Expo on both Friday and Saturday, October 2-3
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50% of proceeds are paid to the artists and the other 50% supports Twin Cities In Motion’s nonprofit mission
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Light appetizers and cash bar (must be 21+) for attendees to enjoy
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After Marathon Weekend, any remaining posters will be available for purchase at the Twin Cities In Motion Online Store until Tuesday, December 15
Marathon Monday Kick-Off Gathering and Run
Monday, September 28, 6–8 p.m.
Shake off your race week nerves and meet fellow participants with a run/get-together at the Motion Center.
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5K run/walk along the Mississippi River with Cooldown Running and One Pass hosted paces. All paces welcome!
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Motion Experts, including Kristen Gerlach, PhD, PT and Kristy Baumann, RD, LD with race week advice
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Learn wellness tricks with One Pass
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Connect with TCM Ambassadors and Staff
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Music, food & drink, plus prize drawings
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Cheer sign station for your supporters
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ASICS shoe demos
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Free and open to all
Dine with Your Race Bib Across the Twin Cities
Enjoy exclusive access to deals across the metro at restaurants, hotels and attractions with your race bib or proof of registration!
Check back next week for a list of participant-only discounts around the Twin Cities!
Volunteering
Our race weekend requires nearly 4,000 volunteers! It’s because of our volunteers that Twin Cities In Motion can run events. Positions are still available from Thursday through Sunday. Claim a shift on the volunteer page and be sure to thank any volunteers you see—they make this spectacular weekend possible!
Curious what volunteers are doing? Hundreds of volunteers are needed in dozens of different roles all weekend, including:
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Over 150 volunteers support participant gear check operations and transport
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Over 400 volunteers support the finish line on Sunday
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Over 300 volunteers support the Health & Fitness Expo
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Over 1,400 volunteers support fluid stations on Sunday!
Welcome First-Timers!
Helpful Hints
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Read all race materials and confirm your personal information is correct.
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Study the course and area maps in the Maps section.
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Download the app for the most up-to-date information.
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Form one line per portable toilet in the start area—it’s faster!
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Be on time! Plan to arrive to the start area in Minneapolis no later than 7 a.m. on Sunday.
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Exercise proper race etiquette. If you need to walk or stop to drink, check behind you and move to the side.
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If you have problems during the race or feel you cannot finish, please do not hesitate to ask a Twin Cities In Motion event official about the drop out zones, located at or near the Medical Aid stations. Your health is most important; listen to your body; there will always be another race.
Health + Fitness Expo
Visit the Health & Fitness Expo!
Admission is free and open to the public. There is absolutely no packet pick up on Sunday. No exceptions. Plan your Health & Fitness Expo visit accordingly and enjoy:
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Over 60 exhibitors
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Shop official race merchandise
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Medtronic spectator sign station
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ASICS® gear and shoes for sale
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Fun photo stops
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Meet the Race Pacers
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Much more!
Health & Fitness Expo Featured Exhibitors
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Medtronic
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Biofreeze
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Nuun
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Buick
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Sun Country Airlines
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Dermatology Consultants
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Pure Fuel
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One Pass
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Visit Saint Paul
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In Stride Physical Therapy
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Lagoon
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Another Mother Runner
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Storm Creek
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Girls on the Run
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Brave Like Gabe
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Mile in My Shoes
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Hyperice
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The Science Museum of Minnesota
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Fleet Feet Minneapolis
Important Expo Travel Information
Participants and visitors are strongly advised to use public transportation when traveling to Expo. Please note the following:
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On Saturday, October 3, there will be increased traffic downtown due to a Wild Game at 7 p.m.
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There will be extensive construction on Kellogg Boulevard leading up to the RiverCentre. Please check the RiverCentre website for the most up to date information on the status of the construction.
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For registered Marathon Weekend participants, there will be a guaranteed parking rate of $15 for all parkers Fri and Sat. available in the Science Museum of Minnesota parking ramp with your bib or proof of race registration. An event rate will be charged on Sat night (Wild home opener) but will be adjusted to $15 standard rate for those with proof of race registration or race bib.
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Explore other travel guidance from Metro Transit and The RiverCentre.
Please plan ahead and take note of these important details for a great packet pick up experience!
Public Transportation From the Airport
Airport to downtown Saint Paul
Follow “Ground Transportation” signs for taxi, Super Shuttle, or bus transportation to downtown Saint Paul from the airport. Daily city bus service on Route 54 runs every 15 minutes. Travel time is about 30 minutes. For transit information, visit the Metro Transit website.
Airport to downtown Minneapolis
Follow “Ground Transportation” signs for taxi, Super Shuttle, bus, or METRO Blue Line light rail transportation to downtown Minneapolis from the airport. Blue Line trains leave every 12-15 minutes, every 12 minutes during rush hours. Travel time to Warehouse District Station is 25 minutes.
For transit information, visit the Metro Transit website.
Packet Pick-Up at Expo
All Half Marathon participants are required to pick up their race packet during the Health & Fitness Expo.
Friday, October 2: Health and Fitness Expo is open from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday, October 3: Health and Fitness Expo is open from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
*Packet Pick Up closes promptly at 6 p.m. on Saturday. There is no Sunday packet pick up.
Metal Detectors At Expo Entrance
It will take extra time to enter the expo area. Please leave non-essential items at home. All bags will be subject to search. For more information on accessibility accommodations and questions about entering the RiverCentre, please visit RiverCentre Guest Services.
Photo ID and Bib Number Needed
You will need to know your bib number and present a photo ID to pick up your packet. There is one “Bib Number Lookup” table near the packet pick up entrance. Visit the Solutions Desk, located in the packet pick up area to troubleshoot registration-related issues.
Race Packet Contents
Please ensure you receive each of the following items from the packet pick up area:
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Race bib with attached timing tag and gear check label
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Four safety pins
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Clear gear check plastic bag
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Participant shirt (Exchanges offered with limited quantities)
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If you are a part of one of our special programs, TCM Membership, Corporate Teams Challenge (CTC) or Miles for a Mission and you don’t have your specific special group icon on your bib please stop by the Solutions Desk.
Proceed with your race packet to the chip check stations to ensure your race bib correctly displays your information.
If You Cannot Make It to The Expo
If you are unable to pick up your race packet during expo hours, you can make arrangements for someone else to pick up your race materials. Use the packet pick up authorization form provided here or found at the “Bib Number Lookup” table. Your friend will need to provide their photo ID to pick up your race packet. Their ID should match the name on the packet pick up authorization form.
Participant Shirt
Participants will receive a long-sleeve ASICS® participant shirt at packet pick up. An exchange table will be located in the packet pickup area. Exchanges are NOT available on race day.
After October 15, you can exchange your participant shirt by visiting the Twin Cities In Motion office. Our office is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Exchange requests are subject to availability.
VIP Experience
Presented by Medtronic
VIP participants will receive a wristband at packet pick up with their race bib. The wristband gives access to exclusive start and finish line areas. Wristband must be worn to receive VIP amenities and access. The wristbands are not removable. Once placed on the VIP participant, the wristband should remain on until the VIP experience is complete on Sunday. Spectator VIP wristbands may be purchased at the Health & Fitness Expo.
If you have signed up for VIP and don’t have a VIP envelope attached to your bib, please stop by the Solutions Desk for assistance.
Race Safety
Race Number & Timing Tag Instructions
TCM uses a ChronoTrack timing device to score the race. It is a single-use chip that is affixed to the back of your bib. Do not alter or cover your race number or bend the timing tag in any way.
All race numbers must be visible and worn on the FRONT and OUTSIDE of clothing during the entire race—when entering the assigned start corral, on course and through the secure finish. Be prepared to show your race number when asked by an event official. All bandit runners will be removed from the finish area.
Race numbers and timing chips are non-transferable and must be worn only by the participant to whom it is assigned.
Scoring Procedures
Participants must cross all the timing mats to be considered an official finisher.
Under USATF Rules of Competition, overall awards will be based off the official start of the Half Marathon and the point in time you cross the finish line (“gun time”). Chip time, or the net times that record the actual elapsed time from the time you cross the start line to the time you cross the finish line, will be used to determine age group award-winners.
On Course Runner Safety
Emergency Contact Info
In order to help our medical team assist you, please fill out the emergency contact information on the back of your race bib and online with RaceSafe. RaceSafe is a secure, HIPAA-compliant tool accessed only by the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon medical team in case of emergency.
NOTE: If you do not receive RaceSafe confirmation emails, check your spam folders.
For Your Safety
Listen to your body. Do not continue running with chest pain, chest pressure, severe shortness of breath, or other symptoms that are not familiar to you. If you are ill on race day or a few days prior to the race, your risk of injury increases and you should consider withdrawing. Your health is most important; there will always be another race.
No dogs, animals of any kind, baby joggers, baby strollers, skate boards, roller blades, unauthorized bicycles or any other unauthorized wheeled device will be permitted on the course. If you have any questions about our ADA accommodation, please contact us at [email protected]. In addition, please remind your cheer team to not cross the course in front of participants.
Dropping Out of the Race
If you wish to drop out, but do not need medical assistance, please proceed to a designated drop out zone, located with the medical volunteers at fluid stations from Mile 6 through Mile 10. Runners that are met by the sweep vehicle will be delivered to a drop out zone for a ride to the finish area. Runners that drop out will not receive a finisher’s medal. NOTE: the closest drop out zone may be behind you.
You should know your sweat rate so you can replace enough fluid, but not too much, during your race. Running while dehydrated decreases your performance and increases your risk of collapsing, so you need to ingest fluid along the course. Drinking too much water or sports drink can be fatal, so you should not drink more than you sweat. If you are running at a pace that is slower than four hours, you can probably drink when you feel thirsty and be safe. If it is hotter than expected on race day, slow your pace accordingly.
Weather Information
In the days leading up to the event, be sure to check your email, visit Twin Cities In Motion, Star Tribune, KARE 11, and tune in to KARE 11 TV for important information regarding expected temperatures or impending inclement weather. Event officials will announce the race conditions (based on Wet Bulb Globe Temperature information) prior to the start to help you gauge your pace and fluid replacement.
TCM uses a color-coded Event Alert System (EAS) to communicate the status of course conditions to participants leading up to and on race day. Familiarize yourself with the flag colors and meanings, on this page, which will be displayed at the start line, and at fluid stations along the course.
Impaired Runner Policy
Medical personnel event officials are permitted to remove from the race any runner deemed medically impaired.
Medical officials will use these criteria to determine whether you should continue. You must be able to:
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Proceed in a straight path toward the finish line.
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Say who you are, where you are and what you are doing.
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Look clinically fit to proceed, with good color and reasonable running posture.
Race Day Cancellation Policy
Twin Cities In Motion’s primary concern is for the safety of the volunteers setting up for the event, participants, spectators and the community at large. TCM will not expose participants or the Twin Cities community to undue risk as a result of staging our event. When weather or other conditions present a danger to the participants or community at large, the event official committee will maintain the right to cancel the race without refunds or race credits. The staging of a race of this magnitude requires substantial expense prior to the race itself.
In the unfortunate case of inclement weather or other dangerous situations, participants can watch for communication by Twin Cities In Motion via the website, text message, through the TCM app, via email, and on Facebook and Instagram.
Race Day Logistics
NEW Start Location + Route
The Half Marathon for More will have a new start location and a new course this year. Please plan accordingly and review the updated race details before race day.
Start Location: : 615 South 6th Street Minneapolis, MN 55415
Vikings Longhouse Access at Start Line
Before the race begins Sunday morning, all Half Marathon participants will have access to the Vikings Longhouse, one of our VIP race-day features. While Longhouse access is a VIP feature, all Half Marathon participants will be welcomed regardless of VIP status.
Additional VIP Benefits for Team TCM
Participants running the Half Marathon for More as part of Team TCM will receive VIP access, which comes with additional VIP perks at the Expo and Finish Festival. For more information regarding Team TCM's VIP status, please reach out to the Team Captain, Allison Greenlee, at [email protected].
Gear Check at Start Line
Participants may place their gear and other items in the clear, plastic race bag provided at packet pick up. Half Marathon gear check drop-off will be available ONLY on race day at the start line. Please take note of the following details related to this free, race day service.
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Personal bags will not be accepted.
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After you collect your bag, do NOT leave bags unattended on race day at any time.
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Affix race number sticker from back of race bib to front of clear, plastic bag. For best results, adhere while indoors.
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Please do not over stuff your gear check bag or leave your car keys in your gear check bag.
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Tie bags securely shut.
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Do not check valuables, Twin Cities In Motion is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
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Gear check closes 20 minutes before your corral start time.
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Bags must be claimed by 3:00 p.m.
Transportation
Public Transportation
Marathon Weekend participants get free rides on Metro Transit light rail on Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4.
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Free rides on Green Line and Blue Line
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Participants only, must show race bib to board
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Start Line Station: U.S. Bank Stadium Station
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Finish Line Station: Robert St. Station, 10th St. Station, or Capitol/Rice St. Station
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Visit the Metro Transit website for the full Metro Transit schedule
Bike Valet
Skip the traffic and congested parking. Ride your bike and reduce your carbon footprint!
Twin Cities In Motion will offer free monitored bike parking for all participants, spectators, and volunteers who ride their bike to the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend Events at the State Capitol Grounds. The Bike Valet will be located in the upper mall, East side of the Capitol building, and will have the following operating hours:
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Saturday (10/3): 6:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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Sunday (10/4): 5:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Please note there is no bike valet at the 10 mile or marathon start lines. Use public transportation or the below TCM bus services to travel to start line after dropping your bike off at the Valet.
TCM Buses
Participant Buses to Start
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Participants only, must show race bib to board
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Buses depart every 10 minutes, or when full
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Bus drop off is on 6th St. between 10th and 11th Ave. S. near the start line
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Free rides on participant buses from the following locations:
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront
11 East Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul
5 a.m.–6:45 a.m.
Radisson Hotel St. Paul Downtown
161 Rondo Ave. St. Paul
5 a.m.–6:45 a.m.
Note: Buses line up on Rice St.
Participant Buses From Finish
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Free rides for participants only, must show race bib to board
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Buses run from 9 a.m.–3:15 p.m.
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Buses will be located Cedar St. near E. Columbus Ave.
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Buses depart when full to the following locations:
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront
11 East Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul
9 a.m.–3:15 p.m.
Hennepin County Government Center / Minneapolis City Hall
3rd Ave. S. between S. 5th and S. 6th Street. Minneapolis
9 a.m.–3:15 p.m.
Driving to Race Day
PLEASE NOTE: Twin Cities In Motion strongly recommends that you carpool, use public transportation, or use official race buses to get to the Start Area on race morning.
SpotHero
We recommend booking convenient and affordable parking in advance through SpotHero, the nation’s leading parking reservations app! To reserve your parking spot for the Twin Cities Half Marathon Start Line, visit the SpotHero Parking Page.
Parking Near the Start Area (Downtown Minneapolis)
There are numerous paid lots and ramps in and near downtown Minneapolis. Rates and availability may be impacted by the marathon. In addition, rates and availability may be impacted by an afternoon Vikings game. Please visit MPLS Parking for up-to-date official City of Minneapolis parking information.
Parking Near the Finish Line (Downtown St. Paul)
Please visit Parking In St. Paul for up-to-date official City of St. Paul parking information. Please note Cedar St. will be closed.
Saint Paul College Parking
Participants can park at the Saint Paul College lots (235 Marshall Ave., St. Paul, MN 55102) for $5 each day. You will pay upon exit of the lot. Access to the lots are available off Concordia Ave. or Marshall Ave. via Dayton Ave. to Louis St.
TCM does not operate these lots and is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen property.
PLEASE NOTE: Plan for extra time for parking or departing from downtown St. Paul.
Race Start
Please allow yourself enough time to arrive at the start line. The race will start promptly at 7:40 a.m. No early or late starts are permitted.
Start Address: 615 South 6th Street Minneapolis, MN 55415
Our Commitment to Sustainability
Sustaining the Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in America®
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend is blessed with a scenic setting where participants enjoy the lakes, river and vistas of Minneapolis and St. Paul. As race organizers, Twin Cities In Motion strives to make each edition of the event more sustainable than the last. We encourage you to help us lessen our impact on the environment we run through.
How You Can Help:
With Your Carbon Footprint
Consider lowering your race day carbon use by taking public transportation to the Health & Fitness Expo, start line or from the finish area. All Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend participants can ride Metro Transit light rail, blue line and green line, for free on race day by showing bib or proof of registration! For transit information, visit the Metro Transit website.
At the Start Line
Drop unwanted warm-up clothes in designated bins located throughout the start area for collection and reuse by our partner, The Salvation Army.
On the Course
Gel packets should be dropped in the designated box. Cups should be dropped into the compost bins. For other non-compostable items, deposit into the trash bin or hand to a volunteer. Please do not throw anything on the ground.
At the Finish Line
Recycle your heat sheets by passing them to a Green Team volunteer upon exiting the finish chute or in the finish festival. Throughout the State Capitol grounds, you’ll find Sustainability Stations with signage to guide which refuse items belong in which waste stream. Please follow the signage and ask a green team volunteer if you have any questions. Sustainability Stations will collect compost, recyclables, and trash.
Course Amenities
Race Pacers Presented by Medtronic
Three experienced TCM pace leaders will run even splits and provide encouragement and advice along the way to help you cross the finish line within two minutes of your goal finishing times. Look for orange signs with your goal pace and finish time at the start line.
Restrooms
Portable restrooms will be available near the start corrals, points along the course, and in the finish area. See course technical layout and the start line, course and finish line maps for specific restroom locations in those areas.
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Mile Markers, Splits, and Timing
EEach mile will be marked with flags on one side of the course. Split timing will be at approximate locations of 5k, 10k, and Miles 8.6, and 11.7. All splits will be available to spectators in real-time in the TCM app. You must run across the timing mats on the course to get your official splits, as well as at the start and finish line, or you may be disqualified.
Fluid Stations
Water, Lemon-Lime Nuun Endurance, and toilets are available at all 8 stations along the course. Please note Nuun is in light blue Nuun cups, marked by Nuun flags, served first. Water is served second in Medtronic white and blue cups marked by dark blue flags.
Fluid Station Tips & Tricks
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There is more than one table for each fluid. If tables are crowded, move to the next one.
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Make eye contact with the volunteer to help ensure a successful cup handoff.
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If you choose to take fluid at a fluid station, move to the side of the course and allow runners the center of the road.
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Pinch the cup to avoid swallowing air or spilling fluid.
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Do not accept fluids or food items from sources other than official fluid stations.
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Throw empty cups into a compost/organics bin. Throw gel packets into the designated box(es). Other non-compostable refuse deposit into the trash bin or hand to a volunteer. Please do not throw anything on the ground.
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Thank the volunteers for providing valuable course support!
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Look for changing EAS conditions. EAS flags are posted at each fluid station.
Gels
Pure Fuel gels, from Anderson's Maple Syrup, will be distributed at the Refueling Zone, at approximately Mile 6, while supplies last.
Medical Aid Stations - Presented by Fairview
Medical aid stations are located just after most fluid stations along the course. Orange-vested medical volunteers will provide emergency assistance, petroleum jelly, athletic tape, and First Aid at most fluid stations beginning at approximately mile 6 and more frequently later in the course. Aid stations will not supply ibuprofen, naproxen or albuterol inhalers.
Participant Photography - Presented by St. Paul Federal Credit Union
Participants will have their photos taken by professional MarathonFoto photographers on course and finish line. Photos will automatically be matched to your race number and will be available by visiting MarathonFoto's website.
Biofreeze Pain Relief Zone
Don’t miss the Biofreeze Pain Relief Zone around Mile 8.75 where the Cooling Crew will be armed with Biofreeze spray to help cool the pain and get you across the finish line.
Meet the Runtourage!
“A Friendly Face to Share Your Pace”
The Runtourage consists of experienced runners who are excited to welcome new runners, slower runners, and walkers. They know what the highs and lows of an event can bring and they are eager to pay it forward by celebrating and encouraging every participant. Many of them identify as slower, back of the pack runners and know how much it means to be cheered until the very end.
Thank You Charity Runners!
More than 1,700 runners in this year’s 10 mile, Marathon and TC Half Marathon for More will participate as members of Miles for a Mission Charity Program, dedicating their races to fundraising and awareness-building for an array of local and national causes.
This year, Twin Cities In Motion will welcome more than 70 charity teams to the event, whose charity runners raise nearly $1.5 million annually on Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend. If you’re not a charity runner yourself, we invite you to consider running for a cause in the future. You can make an impact this year, too, by donating to a charity runner to support their efforts.
Reminder: Official Miles for a Mission Charity Runners will also have access to the complimentary Miles for a Mission Hospitality tent in the 27th mile!
Raise the Community Pace
Last year, Twin Cities In Motion launched Raise the Community Pace a four-year initiative seeking to double the organization’s annual charity fundraising impact. Twin Cities In Motion has a goal to help over 100 charity teams raise a total of $2.62 million dollars annually by 2028. Another objective of this ambitious undertaking is to increase the number of marathon weekend participants running for charity to 10% of runners, up from the current 3% level.
Are you interested in learning more about becoming a charity runner in 2027?
Diane & Alan Page Community Cheer Challenge
The Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend is well-known for the enthusiasm of its 300,000+ annual spectators. This year, the crowds lining the course will be even more encouraging, thanks to the Diane & Alan Page Community Cheer Challenge.
We’ve invited the community—from event sponsors and run stores to nonprofits, community groups and local bands —to become official Diane & Alan Page Community Cheer Challenge cheer zones to help make every aspect of the marathon a community celebration.
Since the Half Marathon course begins to overlap with the Marathon course after about mile 6, Half Marathon participants will get to experience some of these wonderful cheer zones as well! Over 60 cheer zones will be competing among one-another to earn nonprofit donations based on the creativity and enthusiasm of their cheer zone. Half Marathon participants can vote for their favorite cheer zone after finishing the race!
Check back next week for a link to the voting portal! You will also find QR codes at the finish festival that you can scan to vote!
The Cheer Challenge is named in honor of former Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Alan Page—the Minnesota Viking Hall of Famer—and his late wife Diane, who have enthusiastically supported the marathon for decades.
Course Layout
Finish Line: State Capitol
Minnesota State Capitol
Crossing the Finish Line
Enjoy the downhill finish as you pass the Saint Paul Cathedral, and approach the Minnesota State Capitol to become a 2026 TC Half Marathon for More finisher! Keep walking after you finish to make space for finishers behind you.
To provide a safe and enjoyable finish experience, only registered participants, designated staff and event officials, and credentialed media and volunteer personnel are permitted in the “controlled zone” beyond the finish line. Bringing unregistered friends, family, children or dogs across the finish line will result in your disqualification and may jeopardize access to future TCM events.
As you proceed through the controlled zone, you will receive:
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Official finisher medal
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Heatsheet blanket
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Bottled Aquafina water and Nuun Recovery
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Post-race snacks (please be considerate of those finishing behind you and only take one of each item)
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Bananas
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That's It fruit bars
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Wenzel's beef sticks
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Old Dutch chips
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Larabar Protein granola bars
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Tru Fru freeze dried fruit
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Kemps chocolate milk
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Exit the controlled zone to pick up your checked gear
Medical Tent - Presented by Fairview
The Medical Tent is located east of the finish line in the Finish Controlled Zone. Your family or friends will not be able to accompany you if you need medical attention. The Medical Information Tent is available east of the medical tent (see map). Your family can get information regarding your whereabouts and wait for you there if you need medical attention after the race.
Celebrate Your Finish!
Summit Brewing Co. Beer Garden
Join us post-race in the Summit Brewing Co. Beer Garden until 3:00 p.m. and relax with friends and family. Event participants age 21+ with valid photo ID receive a FREE can of Summit beer or Sociable Cider Werks. Summit Beer, Sociable Cider Werks and Water will be available for sale while supplies last. Purchase beer tickets in the beer garden on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (see map). Non-alcohol options are also available for sale, including Superior Soda and Yeti Ice & Fizz's dirty sodas and lemonades. Landon Conrath performs on the live stage from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
* All participants must have physical ID to be served, regardless of age.
Photo Op!
Enjoy a variety of photo stop opportunities at the 27th Mile, including State Capitol backdrop, and PR Bell, presented by Wagner Spray Tech.
And don't forget to tag us on social! #twincitiesmarathon and @twincitiesinmotion
Old Dutch Family Meeting Area
After you exit the restricted area, please proceed to the Family Meeting Area to meet family and friends (see map). Remember, it may take some time to walk through the restricted area and to pick up your gear bag, so advise friends and family to plan accordingly. Do not have your friends and family try to meet you in or near the exit of the restricted area.
Official Merchandise Tent
Shop the official 2026 event merchandise collection! Plus, you’ll find deals on previous year’s gear. (see map)
More Post-Race Fun!
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Smile for your race photos, including one free photo courtesy of St. Paul Federal Credit Union. Participants will have their photos taken by professional MarathonFoto photographers on course and finish line. Photos will automatically be matched to your race number and will be available by visiting MarathonFoto's website.
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Cool down at the Biofreeze Recovery Zone and re-energize with Red Bull, both designed to help you feel your best after crossing the finish line
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Refuel with delicious offerings from our festival food trucks, including Misfit Coffee, Olakino Shakes, Thai Thai Street Food, Hopper's Mini Donuts, and We Cater To You.
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Commemorate your race with an engraved ETAG for your medal.
Maps
Partnerships
Twin Cities In Motion is proud to stand alongside visionary partners who believe in our mission to Move for More. With the support of these sponsors, Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend can offer its athletes, volunteers, and spectators a community that engages each other through connection and movement. Thank you for your support!
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