The Madison Mini Marathon is a popular annual running event in Madison, Wisconsin, featuring a Half-Marathon (13.1 miles), 5K, and Kids Run, making it accessible to runners of all ages and experience levels. Participants enjoy a scenic and varied course that winds through downtown Madison, past the State Capitol, along the University of Wisconsin campus, and alongside the shores of Lake Mendota. The event offers top-tier support including pacers, aid stations, and professional chip timing, as well as fun extras like race-day music, digital photos, and a lively post-race celebration at the Memorial Union Terrace. All runners receive a performance shirt, finisher medal, and refreshments at the finish. With its festive atmosphere and stunning urban and lakeside scenery, the Madison Mini Marathon is both a competitive and community-driven highlight of the summer race season.
Race
Half Marathon
Race Date:
09 August, 2025
The Madison Mini Half Marathon is a premier 13.1-mile road race held annually in early August in Madison, Wisconsin, beginning at 7:00 AM from the scenic Memorial Union Terrace. The course guides runners past iconic city landmarks—including the State Capitol, UW–Madison campus, Camp Randall Stadium, and along the shores of Lake Mendota—supported by aid stations, pacers, chip timing, and capped with a festive post-race celebration on the Memorial Union Terrace.
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FAQs
What is the Madison Mini Half Marathon?
How long is the Madison Mini Half Marathon?
Where does the Madison Mini Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Madison Mini Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Madison Mini Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Madison Mini Half Marathon?
The Madison Mini Half Marathon is a premier 13.1-mile road race held annually in early August in Madison, Wisconsin, beginning at 7:00 AM from the scenic Memorial Union Terrace. The course guides runners past iconic city landmarks—including the State Capitol, UW–Madison campus, Camp Randall Stadium, and along the shores of Lake Mendota—supported by aid stations, pacers, chip timing, and capped with a festive post-race celebration on the Memorial Union Terrace.
The Madison Mini Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Madison Mini Half Marathon takes place in Madison, Wisconsin, USA.
The Madison Mini Half Marathon elevation gain is 154 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 Madison Mini Half Marathon?
The Madison Mini Half Marathon is a premier 13.1-mile road race held annually in early August in Madison, Wisconsin, beginning at 7:00 AM from the scenic Memorial Union Terrace. The course guides runners past iconic city landmarks—including the State Capitol, UW–Madison campus, Camp Randall Stadium, and along the shores of Lake Mendota—supported by aid stations, pacers, chip timing, and capped with a festive post-race celebration on the Memorial Union Terrace.
How long is the Madison Mini Half Marathon?
The Madison Mini Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Madison Mini Half Marathon take place?
The Madison Mini Half Marathon takes place in Madison, Wisconsin, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Madison Mini Half Marathon?
The Madison Mini Half Marathon elevation gain is 154 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Madison Mini 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 Madison Mini 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!
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Sport:
Running
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Nature
Major City
Kid friendly
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