Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon
Race snapshot
Race Day
39–61°F · Feels cool
Total elevation gain
Moderate rolling hills · Net elevation change +82 ft
Crowd Rating
Legendary crowd support
The Lowdown
The Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon runs point to point from downtown Minneapolis to the Minnesota State Capitol grounds in Saint Paul. It starts at 8:00 a.m. Central Time on the Sunday of Twin Cities Marathon Weekend. From 2027 the weekend moves from early October to mid-October. The organizer cited the extreme heat that cancelled the 2023 Sunday events, steadier weather later in the month and a later peak in fall color. The course passes through the Minneapolis chain of lakes and crosses the Mississippi River. It ends at a finish festival on the Capitol grounds, where gear check is also held. Runners have six hours and 30 minutes from the moment the start line closes. A sweep bus then follows the course at the cut-off pace of about 9:14 per km (14:52 per mile). The weekend also holds the Medtronic TC 10 Mile and a half marathon on Sunday. A 10K, a 5K and free family events for children run on Saturday, and the Loony and Ultra Loony challenges combine several races. The Health & Fitness Expo takes place at the Saint Paul RiverCentre. Registration for each edition opens with a short Running Start window on race day of the year before, at the lowest price of the cycle. The 2026 marathon sold out, and its women's winner broke a course record that had stood since 2001.
Questions about the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon 2027
When is the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon 2027?
Sunday, October 17, 2027.
Where is the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon?
Minneapolis, MN, United States.
What time does the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon start?
The race starts at 8:00 AM, local time.
What is the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon time limit?
6 hours 30 minutes.
How do I enter the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon 2027?
Registration has not opened yet. Ways in: Online registration.
How much does the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon 2027 cost?
Marathon: $162.
What is the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon elevation gain?
175 m (574 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +25 m (82 ft). Moderate rolling hills.
What is the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon course like?
It passes Downtown Minneapolis, Chain of Lakes and Mississippi River.
What is the weather like at the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon?
Race-day temperatures are usually 4–16 °C (39–61 °F). Feels cool.
Where are the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon results?
The official 2026 results are on the organizer's site. Official results
Is the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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