2026
Details
DATE & TIME
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026 AT 9:00 A.M. CT
Course
State Capitol Grounds, St. Paul, MN
Feel the marathon buzz in an event that’s a fit for you.
Marathon Weekend Energy
Our signature walker-friendly race for all paces is the perfect way to celebrate movement and community.
Fit For All Movers
Start your Saturday morning with an out and back 5K between the Capitol and Cathedral!
Capitol Start and Finish
Kids 18 and under run free...get the whole family moving together!
TC Kids Run Free!
Reasons to Run with Us
2026 TC 5K Race Details
REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY, MARCH 3 @ 10:00 A.M. CT
All price tiers end 11:59 P.M. on their end date, unless otherwise noted. Kids 18 and under run free in all in-person events! All TCM Members get fixed, preferred pricing. Join now and save.
First 150
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1st registrant – 300th registrant: $39 ( + processing fees = $42.51)
Tier 3
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301st registrant – Thursday, July 9: $44 ( + processing fees = $47.96)
Tier 4
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Friday, July 10 – Thursday, July 30: $49 ( + processing fees = $53.41)
Tier 5
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Friday, Just 31 – Thursday, August 27: $54 ( + processing fees = $58.86)
Tier 6
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Friday, August 28 – Thursday, September 17: $59 ( + processing fees = $64.31)
Tier 7
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Friday, September 18 - Saturday, October 3: $65 ( + processing fees = $70.85)
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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
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Health & Fitness Expo
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11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Race Day, Saturday, October 3
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State Capitol Grounds
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6:30 a.m. until Race Start Time
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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.
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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.
5K finishers are expected to complete the course at a pace of 25-minutes-per-mile or faster.
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.