The Mankato Marathon is a premier running event in Mankato, Minnesota, offering a full marathon, half marathon, 10k, and 5k for participants of all skill levels. The race takes runners through the picturesque scenery of Mankato, showcasing the city’s vibrant parks, trails, and natural beauty. With a welcoming atmosphere for both seasoned athletes and first-time runners, the event is a celebration of health, fitness, and community spirit. The Mankato Marathon has grown into a popular race in the region, drawing participants from across the country and beyond, with a strong focus on promoting local causes and bringing people together.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
5km
Race Date:
18 October, 2025
The Mankato Marathon, taking place on October 18, 2025, challenges runners with 26.2 miles of scenic trails and a 334-meter elevation gain. This USATF-certified race is a Boston Qualifier, drawing runners eager to test their endurance amidst the beauty of the Minnesota River Valley.
Race Date:
18 October, 2025
Scheduled for October 18, 2025, the Mankato Half Marathon delivers 13.1 miles of scenic running with a 172-meter elevation gain. The course takes participants through the Minnesota River Valley, combining natural beauty with urban charm in an accessible and rewarding race.
Race Date:
18 October, 2025
The Mankato 10K on October 18, 2025, is a 6.2-mile race that takes participants through scenic trails and city streets with a 70-meter elevation gain. This mid-distance event is ideal for runners seeking a fast, energizing course with vibrant community support.
Race Date:
17 October, 2025
The Mankato 5K kicks off the weekend’s festivities on October 17, 2025, with a 3.1-mile course and a gentle 14-meter elevation gain. Designed for runners and walkers of all ages, this race offers a fun and inclusive start to the marathon weekend.
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FAQs
What is the Mankato Marathon?
How long is the Mankato Marathon?
Where does the Mankato Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Mankato Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Mankato Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mankato Marathon?
The Mankato Marathon, taking place on October 18, 2025, challenges runners with 26.2 miles of scenic trails and a 334-meter elevation gain. This USATF-certified race is a Boston Qualifier, drawing runners eager to test their endurance amidst the beauty of the Minnesota River Valley.
The Mankato Marathon is 42km long.
The Mankato Marathon takes place in Mankato, Minnesota, USA.
The Mankato Marathon elevation gain is 334 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
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 Mankato Marathon?
The Mankato Marathon, taking place on October 18, 2025, challenges runners with 26.2 miles of scenic trails and a 334-meter elevation gain. This USATF-certified race is a Boston Qualifier, drawing runners eager to test their endurance amidst the beauty of the Minnesota River Valley.
How long is the Mankato Marathon?
The Mankato Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Mankato Marathon take place?
The Mankato Marathon takes place in Mankato, Minnesota, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Mankato Marathon?
The Mankato Marathon elevation gain is 334 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Mankato 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 Mankato 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 Mankato Half Marathon?
How long is the Mankato Half Marathon?
Where does the Mankato Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Mankato Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Mankato Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mankato Half Marathon?
Scheduled for October 18, 2025, the Mankato Half Marathon delivers 13.1 miles of scenic running with a 172-meter elevation gain. The course takes participants through the Minnesota River Valley, combining natural beauty with urban charm in an accessible and rewarding race.
The Mankato Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Mankato Half Marathon takes place in Mankato, Minnesota, USA.
The Mankato Half Marathon elevation gain is 172 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
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 Mankato Half Marathon?
Scheduled for October 18, 2025, the Mankato Half Marathon delivers 13.1 miles of scenic running with a 172-meter elevation gain. The course takes participants through the Minnesota River Valley, combining natural beauty with urban charm in an accessible and rewarding race.
How long is the Mankato Half Marathon?
The Mankato Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Mankato Half Marathon take place?
The Mankato Half Marathon takes place in Mankato, Minnesota, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Mankato Half Marathon?
The Mankato Half Marathon elevation gain is 172 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Mankato 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 Mankato 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 Mankato 10km?
How long is the Mankato 10km?
Where does the Mankato 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Mankato 10km?
How can I prepare for the Mankato 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mankato 10km?
The Mankato 10K on October 18, 2025, is a 6.2-mile race that takes participants through scenic trails and city streets with a 70-meter elevation gain. This mid-distance event is ideal for runners seeking a fast, energizing course with vibrant community support.
The Mankato 10km is 10km long.
The Mankato 10km takes place in Mankato, Minnesota, USA.
The Mankato 10km elevation gain is 70 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
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 Mankato 10km?
The Mankato 10K on October 18, 2025, is a 6.2-mile race that takes participants through scenic trails and city streets with a 70-meter elevation gain. This mid-distance event is ideal for runners seeking a fast, energizing course with vibrant community support.
How long is the Mankato 10km?
The Mankato 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Mankato 10km take place?
The Mankato 10km takes place in Mankato, Minnesota, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Mankato 10km?
The Mankato 10km elevation gain is 70 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Mankato 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 Mankato 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 Mankato 5km?
How long is the Mankato 5km?
Where does the Mankato 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Mankato 5km?
How can I prepare for the Mankato 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mankato 5km?
The Mankato 5K kicks off the weekend’s festivities on October 17, 2025, with a 3.1-mile course and a gentle 14-meter elevation gain. Designed for runners and walkers of all ages, this race offers a fun and inclusive start to the marathon weekend.
The Mankato 5km is 5km long.
The Mankato 5km takes place in Mankato, Minnesota, USA.
The Mankato 5km elevation gain is 14 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
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 Mankato 5km?
The Mankato 5K kicks off the weekend’s festivities on October 17, 2025, with a 3.1-mile course and a gentle 14-meter elevation gain. Designed for runners and walkers of all ages, this race offers a fun and inclusive start to the marathon weekend.
How long is the Mankato 5km?
The Mankato 5km is 5km long.
Where does the Mankato 5km take place?
The Mankato 5km takes place in Mankato, Minnesota, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Mankato 5km?
The Mankato 5km elevation gain is 14 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Mankato 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 Mankato 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!
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