Over the weekend of 29–30 May 2026, Fargo hosts its multi-distance running festival: a 5K on Friday and the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and Youth Run on Saturday. All timed road races begin and end in and around the Fargodome, with a mostly flat, Boston-qualifier certified route that crosses between Fargo (ND) and Moorhead (MN) and features strong local support, live music, DJ zones, and cheer sections. The course is USATF-certified, designed for speed and community experience, with entertainment along the route and a festive race-day atmosphere. Participants receive timing chips, hydration and medical support, finisher medals, and a celebration finish in stadium style.
Races
Race Date:
29 May, 2026
The 5K race of the Fargo Marathon weekend is organized by Ventures Endurance and will take place on Friday, 29 May 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota. This Friday Night 5K (Mark Knutson 5K) kicks off the race weekend with a community fun run ahead of the main events.
Race Date:
30 May, 2026
The 10K event, part of Fargo Marathon weekend, is organized by Ventures Endurance and scheduled for 30 May 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota. The route leads participants through North Fargo neighborhoods before returning to the central finish at the Fargodome.
Race Date:
30 May, 2026
Also under Ventures Endurance, the Half Marathon is held during Fargo Marathon weekend on 30 May 2026, in Fargo, ND. It follows a scenic, fast route through residential streets and along the Red River Trail system before finishing in the Fargodome.
Race Date:
30 May, 2026
The Essentia Health Fargo Marathon 2026 is organized by Ventures Endurance, and will take place on Saturday, 30 May 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota, USA. The USATF-certified, flat course starts and finishes inside the Fargodome and is a Boston Qualifier, winding through Fargo and Moorhead, MN.
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FAQs
What is the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km?
How long is the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km?
Where does the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km?
How can I prepare for the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km?
The 5K race of the Fargo Marathon weekend is organized by Ventures Endurance and will take place on Friday, 29 May 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota. This Friday Night 5K (Mark Knutson 5K) kicks off the race weekend with a community fun run ahead of the main events.
The Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km is 5km long.
The Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km takes place in Fargo, ND, USA.
Runna classifies the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km?
The 5K race of the Fargo Marathon weekend is organized by Ventures Endurance and will take place on Friday, 29 May 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota. This Friday Night 5K (Mark Knutson 5K) kicks off the race weekend with a community fun run ahead of the main events.
How long is the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km?
The Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km is 5km long.
Where does the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km take place?
The Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km takes place in Fargo, ND, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km?
Runna classifies the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Fargo Mark Knutson Friday Night 5km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Fargo 10km?
How long is the Fargo 10km?
Where does the Fargo 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Fargo 10km?
How can I prepare for the Fargo 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Fargo 10km?
The 10K event, part of Fargo Marathon weekend, is organized by Ventures Endurance and scheduled for 30 May 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota. The route leads participants through North Fargo neighborhoods before returning to the central finish at the Fargodome.
The Fargo 10km is 10km long.
The Fargo 10km takes place in Fargo, ND, USA.
Runna classifies the Fargo 10km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Fargo 10km?
The 10K event, part of Fargo Marathon weekend, is organized by Ventures Endurance and scheduled for 30 May 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota. The route leads participants through North Fargo neighborhoods before returning to the central finish at the Fargodome.
How long is the Fargo 10km?
The Fargo 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Fargo 10km take place?
The Fargo 10km takes place in Fargo, ND, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Fargo 10km?
Runna classifies the Fargo 10km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Fargo 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Fargo 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Fargo Half Marathon?
How long is the Fargo Half Marathon?
Where does the Fargo Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Fargo Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Fargo Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Fargo Half Marathon?
Also under Ventures Endurance, the Half Marathon is held during Fargo Marathon weekend on 30 May 2026, in Fargo, ND. It follows a scenic, fast route through residential streets and along the Red River Trail system before finishing in the Fargodome.
The Fargo Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Fargo Half Marathon takes place in Fargo, ND, USA.
Runna classifies the Fargo Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Fargo Half Marathon?
Also under Ventures Endurance, the Half Marathon is held during Fargo Marathon weekend on 30 May 2026, in Fargo, ND. It follows a scenic, fast route through residential streets and along the Red River Trail system before finishing in the Fargodome.
How long is the Fargo Half Marathon?
The Fargo Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Fargo Half Marathon take place?
The Fargo Half Marathon takes place in Fargo, ND, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Fargo Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Fargo Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Fargo Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Fargo Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Fargo Marathon?
How long is the Fargo Marathon?
Where does the Fargo Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Fargo Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Fargo Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Fargo Marathon?
The Essentia Health Fargo Marathon 2026 is organized by Ventures Endurance, and will take place on Saturday, 30 May 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota, USA. The USATF-certified, flat course starts and finishes inside the Fargodome and is a Boston Qualifier, winding through Fargo and Moorhead, MN.
The Fargo Marathon is 42km long.
The Fargo Marathon takes place in Fargo, ND, USA.
Runna classifies the Fargo Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Fargo Marathon?
The Essentia Health Fargo Marathon 2026 is organized by Ventures Endurance, and will take place on Saturday, 30 May 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota, USA. The USATF-certified, flat course starts and finishes inside the Fargodome and is a Boston Qualifier, winding through Fargo and Moorhead, MN.
How long is the Fargo Marathon?
The Fargo Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Fargo Marathon take place?
The Fargo Marathon takes place in Fargo, ND, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Fargo Marathon?
Runna classifies the Fargo Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Fargo Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Fargo Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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