TC 5K, presented by Fredrikson

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026 AT 9:00 A.M. CT

State Capitol Grounds, St. Paul, MN

Start and end on the iconic State Capitol grounds with a walker-friendly distance fit for all movers.

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2026
Details

DATE & TIME

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026 AT 9:00 A.M. CT

Course

State Capitol Grounds, St. Paul, MN

Your Race, Your Pace!

Introducing the First Official 5K Walker Wave, Presented by One Pass

The 2026 TC 5K, presented by Fredrikson, will feature a Walker Wave, giving people who want to walk the 3.1-mile course a dedicated place at the starting line.

This initiative reflects a shared commitment from our presenting partner, One Pass, and Twin Cities In Motion to help more people take the first step toward staying active.

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2026 Course Details

2026 5K + 10K Course Map

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2026 TC 5K Race Details

This event is SOLD OUT!
Packet pick up will be available at the Health & Fitness Expo at the Saint Paul RiverCentre Friday, October 2 and at the State Capitol Grounds near the start line on race morning.

Friday, October 2

Health & Fitness Expo  

11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Race Day, Saturday, October 3

State Capitol Grounds

6:30 a.m. until Race Start Time  

The Expo is located on the lower level of the Saint Paul RiverCentre at 175 West Kellogg Blvd St. Paul, MN 55102.  

You will need your race number (emailed the week of September 28) and a photo ID to pick up your packet at the Health & Fitness Expo. The Solutions Desk located in the packet pickup area is staffed by individuals available to help you with registration-related issues. There are also two “Race Number Look Up” tables located near the packet pick up entrance.  
Participants may place their gear and other items in the clear, plastic race bag provided at packet pick up. Gear check can only be dropped off at the State Capitol Grounds in the clear, plastic bag given at packet pick up. Items in other bags will not be accepted.
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:

Saturday (10/3): 6:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Sunday (10/4): 5:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Public Transportation: All Marathon Weekend participants will have free access to Metro Transit light rail Saturday, October 3, and Sunday, October 4. All you need is to show your bib to ride free on race day!

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. Please plan extra time for parking in downtown St. Paul.

**TCM does not operate these lots and is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen property.

Please visit Parking In St. Paul for up-to-date official City of St. Paul parking information. Please note Cedar St. will be closed.
5K finishers are expected to complete the course at a pace of 25-minutes-per-mile or faster.

There will be a designated Walker Wave, presented by One Pass, that will leave the start line at 9:10 a.m.
Age group awards will be mailed to participants after the event for categories of men, women and non-binary athletes placing 1st, 2nd and 3rd in their age group. Age groups include 8 & under, 9-13, 14-18, 19-24, and continue in five-year increments until the 80+ age group. Athletes registered under “prefer not to disclose” for gender are not eligible for age group awards.