🇺🇸Minneapolis, USA
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon
Oct 4, 2026
Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
80 m
Terrain
Road
Entry type
Open entry
PB potential
Excellent PB course — flat, fast, and well-paced
Beginner friendly
Great for newcomers — manageable course, strong support
About this race
Twin Cities holds a near-permanent position in Runner's World's 'Most Beautiful Marathons' lists, and a single lap of the course explains why. The point-to-point route from downtown Minneapolis to the State Capitol in St. Paul runs along the Chain of Lakes — a necklace of urban parkways and lakefront paths that turns spectacular in early October fall colour. The 80m of elevation is gentle, making this a genuine PB course. October temperatures are typically ideal — 8–14°C — and the fall leaves make every kilometre visually rewarding. Crowd support is enthusiastic through both city centres and along the lake district. Registration is popular but available, and the Medtronic sponsorship ensures a well-resourced, premium race experience.
Typical race-day weather
Temperature
8–15°C
Humidity
50–65%
Conditions
Cool autumn with stunning fall foliage
Wind
10–20 km/h
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