2020 Update - Virtual* Option Only!
Registration is now open.
While we are going to miss seeing your smiles, tears of joy and pain, and cheers from the spectators in 2020, we CANNOT wait to see you in 2021 and give you the experience you have grown to love from the Grand Forks Marathon weekend! In the mean time, we offer you a virtual option with great swag, fun medals, and knowing your entry goes to some awesome local charities. Our virtual races can be completed any time between September 1 to 30, 2020, just pick your ideal weather day and go for your run! Everything you need to know can be found on our news page, so check it out!
September 23 - 25, 2021
The 2021 Grand Forks Marathon Weekend offers it all - Full and 1/2 Marathons, Relays, 10K, 5K, a Family Fun Run and the Furry Scurry (formerly known as the Hog Dog Jog). Test yourself with the Grand Forks Challenge by completing the 5K on Friday night and another event of your choice on Saturday to earn yourself an additional challenge finisher's gift.
Our scenic and historic route meanders through both North Dakota and Minnesota, with all races conveniently starting and finishing near the Choice Health & Fitness Center at 4401 S Washington St. on the south end of Grand Forks.
We're known for friendly support, great swag, terrific finisher medals, lots of fun and a free adult beverage at the finish! So join us September 23 - 25, 2021 - see you there!
Come be #SimplyGrand in 2021!
*Virtual races are not Boston qualifying races and are not eligible for age-group cash awards. Coupon codes can not be used on Family Fun Run or Furry Scurry.
Registration fees
VIRTUAL ONLY Furry Scurry Closed
Online registration closed-
Per Pet/Human pair. Add additional pets later in registration.
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$25.00Dec 6 – Jan 31
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$25.00Feb 1 – Jun 30
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$20.00Jul 1 – Sep 30
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$20.00Sep 30 – Sep 30
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VIRTUAL ONLY Furry Scurry - Child (12 & under) Closed
Online registration closed-
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$8.00Dec 6 – Jan 31
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$8.00Feb 1 – Jun 30
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$15.00Jul 1 – Sep 30
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$15.00Sep 30 – Sep 30
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VIRTUAL Crary Real Estate Family Fun Run per child Closed
Online registration closed-
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$10.00Dec 6 – Jan 31
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$10.00Feb 1 – Jun 30
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$10.00Jul 1 – Sep 30
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$10.00Sep 30 – Sep 30
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VIRTUAL Full Marathon Closed
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- Run 26.2 miles any time between September 1-30, 2020 and report your results to director@gfmarathon.com. Emails will provide additional information after registration.
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$90.00Dec 6 – Jan 31
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$100.00Feb 1 – Jun 30
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$110.00Jul 1 – Jul 31
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$110.00Aug 1 – Aug 31
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$115.00Sep 1 – Sep 30
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VIRTUAL Half Marathon presented by Grand Forks CVB Closed
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- Run 13.1 miles anytime between September 1-30, 2020 and report your results to director@gfmarathon.com. Additional details will be sent via email after registration and before Sept. 1st, 2020.
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$65.00Dec 6 – Jan 31
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$75.00Feb 1 – Jun 30
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$85.00Jul 1 – Jul 31
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$90.00Aug 1 – Aug 31
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$95.00Sep 1 – Sep 30
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VIRTUAL 10K presented by Stray Media Group Closed
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- Run 6.2 miles anytime between September 1-30, 2020 and report your results to director@gfmarathon.com. Additional details will be sent via email after registration and before Sept. 1st, 2020.
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$50.00Dec 6 – Jun 30
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$55.00Jul 1 – Jul 31
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$60.00Aug 1 – Aug 31
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$65.00Sep 1 – Sep 30
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VIRTUAL 5K presented by Alerus Closed
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- Run 3.1 miles anytime between September 1-30, 2020 and report your results to director@gfmarathon.com. Additional details will be sent via email after registration and before Sept. 1st, 2020.
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$35.00Dec 6 – Jun 30
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$40.00Jul 1 – Jul 31
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$40.00Aug 1 – Aug 31
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$45.00Sep 1 – Sep 30
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VIRTUAL CHALLENGE - Alerus 5K & Stray Media 10K Closed
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Run a 5K and a 10K any time between Sept. 1-30th and submit your results to director@gfmarathon.com
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$85.00Dec 6 – Jun 30
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$95.00Jul 1 – Jul 31
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$100.00Aug 1 – Aug 31
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$110.00Sep 1 – Sep 30
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VIRTUAL CHALLENGE - Alerus 5K & Grand Forks CVB Half Marathon Closed
Online registration closed-
Run a 5K and a half marathon any time between September 1-30, 2020. Submit your result to director@gfmarathon.com. Watch your email for more information, closer to the time, for additional instructions.
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$110.00Dec 6 – Jun 30
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$125.00Jul 1 – Jul 31
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$130.00Aug 1 – Aug 31
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$140.00Sep 1 – Sep 30
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VIRTUAL CHALLENGE - Alerus 5K & Grand Forks Marathon Closed
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Run your 5K and marathon any time between September 1-30, 2020. Report your result to director@gfmarathon.com
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$135.00Dec 6 – Jun 30
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$150.00Jul 1 – Jul 31
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$150.00Aug 1 – Aug 31
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$160.00Sep 1 – Sep 30
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Sponsors
PRESENTING SPONSORS
TITLE SPONSORS
We really appreciate all of the great sponsors that are helping to make this event possible. While several sponsors have already signed up, there are still sponsorship opportunities available at various levels.
If you would like to become a sponsor, please contact the race director at director@gfmarathon.com, or phone 701-780-9616.
Event schedule
- Thu, September 24, 2020 6:30 PM - Grand Forks Furry Scurry
- Fri, September 25, 2020 10:00 AM - SCHEELS Health & Fitness Expo
- Fri, September 25, 2020 6:00 PM - Crary Real Estate Family Fun Run
- Fri, September 25, 2020 6:30 PM - Alerus Friday 5K Run/Walk
- Sat, September 26, 2020 7:15 AM - Grand Forks Marathon
- Sat, September 26, 2020 7:15 AM - Cirrus FULL Marathon Relays
- Sat, September 26, 2020 8:00 AM - Grand Forks CVB 1/2 Marathon
- Sat, September 26, 2020 8:00 AM - Cirrus HALF Marathon Relays
- Sat, September 26, 2020 8:00 AM - Stray Media 10K
Contact information
- Event contact
- Race Director
- director@gfmarathon.com
- Phone
- +1 701-780-9616
- Website
- Visit website
