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Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon
Minneapolis, United States
October 16, 2027 to October 17, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km16 km10 km+1
City RunLakes & Ponds+3
USCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Races in Minneapolis
12 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 38 races in Minneapolis with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions38Races & courses
Distances0.8 - 163.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,550 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Minneapolis Halloween Run
Minneapolis, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+2
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Wirth Trail Classic
Minneapolis, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
6 km800 m
ForestNature & Off-Road+2
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City of Lakes Half Marathon
Minneapolis, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km
Lakes & PondsCity Run+1
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Ocean City Running Festival
West Ocean City, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
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Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
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Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA)
Santa Ynez, United States
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
51 km25 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2027 - Oct 17, 2027 | Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon | Minneapolis, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km16 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Minneapolis Halloween Run | Minneapolis, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Wirth Trail Classic | Minneapolis, Minnesota, US | Trail Running | 6 km800 m |
| Date to be announced | City of Lakes Half Marathon | Minneapolis, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 21.1 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Allianz Richmond Marathon | Richmond, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA) | Santa Ynez, California, US | Trail Running | 51 km25 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Madison Marathon | Madison, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Williams Route 66 Marathon | Tulsa, Oklahoma, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | The Tour of Tucson | Tucson, Arizona, US | Road CyclingRoad Running | 163.7 km101.9 km52.6 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Philadelphia Marathon | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8.05 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Minneapolis (Minnesota, Hennepin, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 38 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include West Ocean City, Charlotte, and Richmond. Notable events in the selection include Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, Minneapolis Halloween Run, and Wirth Trail Classic.
Race distances span from 0.8 km to 163.7 km, reaching up to +1,550 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Minneapolis includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Minneapolis?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 38 individual races in Minneapolis. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, Minneapolis Halloween Run, and Wirth Trail Classic.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Minneapolis?
Events in Minneapolis focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 0.8 km entry-level races up to 163.7 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include West Ocean City, Charlotte, and Richmond.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Minneapolis?
The most selective courses in Minneapolis climb up to +1,550 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Minneapolis?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.