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TC Ultra Loony Challenge

Conquer three races—the 5K, 10K, and Marathon!

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2024 Details

DATE & TIME

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 7:15:00 AM CDT // Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 8:00:00 AM CDT

Course

10K & 5K // State Capitol Grounds, St. Paul, MN. Marathon // Minneapolis to Saint Paul, MN.

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Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend

Three races in two days and the bragging rights to go with them!

Your Epic Weekend

Enjoy the exclusive Challenge Series tent on Saturday to keep you energized and ready to tackle your Sunday distance.

Ultra Loony Amenities

Race Pacers, presented by Medtronic, will set the rhythm and pace you to your marathon goal time.

Hit Your Goal Time With Race Pacers

Not only will you walk away with individual event swag, but also a special TC Ultra Loony Challenge medal and custom swag!

Exclusive Swag

Reasons to Run with Us

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"There is no better finish in running than coming down Summit Ave to the Capitol."

2023 Saturday Events Participant

"Top-notch volunteers, OUTSTANING results, set up of course, and production team in place."

2022 Saturday Events Participant

"I love the atmosphere and energy everyone brings to the start line and the crowd support along the way."

2023 Saturday Events Participant

Coming Soon: 2024 Course Maps

2024 Details

Race Details

  • Block 1

    • 1st registrant - 30th registrant: $259

    ​Block 2

    • 31st registrant - 90th registrant: $279

    Block 3

    • 91st registrant - 112th registrant: $299 

  • The TC Ultra Loony Challenge includes:

    • Registration into each event in the challenge (TC 5K, TC 10K, and Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon) totaling 35.5 miles of running!

    • TC Ultra Loony Challenge medal

    • TC Ultra Loony Challenge Series Gift

    • Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon swag and medal

    • TC 5K/10K swag and medal

    • Access to the Series Challenge Tent between races on Saturday, where you can enjoy coffee, water and light snacks

    • All Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend amenities

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    Check back this summer for full race weekend amenities and more event information.

  • Packet  pick up will be available at the Health & Fitness Expo at the Saint Paul RiverCentre Friday, October 4 and at the State Capitol Grounds near the start line on race morning, Saturday, October 5.

     

    Friday, October 4 

    • Health & Fitness Expo  

    • 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

     

    Race Day, Saturday, October 5 

    • State Capitol Grounds

    • 6:30 a.m. - 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 30) and a photo ID to pick up your packet at the Health & Fitness Expo. The Help 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.  

  • Transportation and parking details are still being finalized for the 2024 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend events.  

     

    Like previous years, we expect to have free participant buses for Marathon and 10 Mile participants, including rides to the start line from St. Paul and rides from the finish line back to Minneapolis and to the InterContinental in downtown St. Paul.  

     

    All registered participants will have access to ride the Blue Line Light Rail and Green Line Light Rail at no charge on race day. To redeem, riders will show their race bibs for admission onto the light rail.

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    Check back this summer for more information!

  • Run the race on a red carpet by signing up for the  VIP program, presented by Medtronic!

  • The Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon will have Race Pacers, presented by Medtronic. Charge your run with the right beat and shoot for your goal!  

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    • Finish Time - 3:00; Pace Per Mile - 7:15    

    • Finish Time - 3:20; Pace Per Mile - 7:38    

    • Finish Time - 3:30; Pace Per Mile - 8:01    

    • Finish Time - 3:35; Pace Per Mile - 8:12    

    • Finish Time - 3:40; Pace Per Mile - 8:23    

    • Finish Time - 3:50; Pace Per Mile - 8:46    

    • Finish Time - 3:55; Pace Per Mile - 8:57    

    • Finish Time - 4:00; Pace Per Mile - 9:09    

    • Finish Time - 4:05; Pace Per Mile - 9:21    

    • Finish Time - 4:20; Pace Per Mile - 9:55    

    • Finish Time - 4:35; Pace Per Mile - 10:29    

    • Finish Time - 4:50; Pace Per Mile - 11:04    

    • Finish Time - 5:00; Pace Per Mile - 11:26    

    • Finish Time - 5:15; Pace Per Mile - 12:00    

    • Finish Time - 5:30; Pace Per Mile - 12:35    

    • Finish Time - 6:00; Pace Per Mile - 13:44    

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