
The Mankato Marathon, presented by Mayo Clinic Health System, showcases beautiful dynamic courses and determined runners. Our courses are the perfect blend of Mankato’s scenic trails and urban landscape, highlighting the beautiful Minnesota River Valley. From Kids races to the Full Marathon and plenty of fun in between, we have a race for everyone!
Don’t miss out on the Pork Power Bacon 5K and the Monarch Healthcare Management 10K. Known for exceptional course support with Bikes Responders and Sport Psych Team, you are sure to be motivated from start to finish.
Kato Up for the Kato Challenges with the Mini-Kato (5k+10K), Mighty-Kato (5k+Half) and the Mega-Kato (5k+Full)
Registration opens November 1, 2026, for this exceptional race on October 15-16, 2027.
The Mankato Marathon was named the “Top Marathon Worth Traveling for in Minnesota”! The Mankato Half Marathon was named a 2017 Top 20 Half Marathon and Top 10 Beautiful On-Course Scenery in the country by The BibRave 100.
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
Marathon Relay - Team Member
Team captain must pay and register first
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Register for Marathon Relay - Team MemberFreeOct 16 - Oct 15
Marathon
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Register for Marathon$81.13Now registering Oct 16 – Oct 31
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Half Marathon
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Register for Half Marathon$70.48Now registering Oct 16 – Oct 31
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10K
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Register for 10K$43.85Now registering Oct 16 – Oct 31
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5K
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Register for 5K$33.20Now registering Oct 16 – Oct 31
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Corporate 5K Team Challenge
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Gather 6 or more of your co-workers and put your team together for this fun challenge as you run or walk your way to the finish line. All participants receive the 5K hooded sweatshirt and don’t forget about the team awards for most creative team name and team uniform.
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Register for Corporate 5K Team Challenge$33.20Now registering Oct 16 – Oct 31
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KidsK
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Register for KidsK$17.23Now registering Oct 16 – Oct 31
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Marathon Relay - Team Captain
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Team Captain registration only
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Register for Marathon Relay - Team Captain$107.75Now registering Oct 16 – Oct 31
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Mini-Kato: 5K and 10K
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Run the 5K on Friday and the 10K on Saturday. #KatoUp and take the challenge. Receive all the swag plus a pair of fun commemorative socks.
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Register for Mini-Kato: 5K and 10K$65.15Now registering Oct 16 – Oct 31
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Mighty-Kato: 5K and Half Marathon
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Run the 5K on Friday and the half marathon on Saturday. #KatoUp as you take the challenge. Receive all the swag plus a pair of fun commemorative socks for completing this challenge
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Register for Mighty-Kato: 5K and Half Marathon$86.45Now registering Oct 16 – Oct 31
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Mega-Kato: 5K and Full Marathon
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Run the 5K on Friday and the full marathon on Saturday. #KatoUp and take the challenge. Receive all the swag plus a pair of fun commemorative socks.
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Register for Mega-Kato: 5K and Full Marathon$97.10Now registering Oct 16 – Oct 31
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Virtual Marathon
Shipping, medal, jacket and bib are included. Results can be submitted between October 20-31.
Virtual Half Marathon
Shipping, medal, jacket and bib are included. Results can be submitted between October 20-31.
Virtual 10K
Shipping, medal, jacket and bib are included. Results can be submitted between October 20-31.
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Register for Virtual 10K$65.15
Virtual 5K
Shipping, medal, jacket and bib are included. Results can be submitted between October 20-31.
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Register for Virtual 5K$54.50
Event schedule
- Fri, October 15, 2027 12:00 PM - Scheels Wellness Expo
- Fri, October 15, 2027 4:45 PM - KidsK Start
- Fri, October 15, 2027 5:30 PM - 5K Start
- Fri, October 15, 2027 7:00 PM - Scheels Wellness Expo Concludes
- Sat, October 16, 2027 7:20 AM - Full Marathon & Marathon Relay Start
- Sat, October 16, 2027 8:00 AM - Half Marathon Start TBD
- Sat, October 16, 2027 8:30 AM - 10K Start TBD
Contact information
- Event contact
- Mankato Marathon Team
- Phone
- 507-385-6640
- Website
- Visit website