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Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Anchors Minneapolis Fall Running Season

Fall events including the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend set the schedule for local runners this year.

By Minneapolis Sport Desk · Published July 17, 2026

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The Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend is scheduled for October 4, 2026, in Minneapolis with distances covering the full marathon, half marathon, 10K and 10M. Organizers have noted the possibility of shifting dates to the October 10-17 window.

Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend

This event forms the centerpiece of the local running calendar. Runners in Minneapolis can plan training around the confirmed October date while watching for any updates on a potential move within the later October window. The multi-distance format allows participants of varying experience levels to take part on the same weekend.

MN Brewery Running Series and Weekly Group Runs

The 2026 MN Brewery Running Series includes 5K fun runs at Summit Brewing Company on July 11 and Sociable Cider Werks on July 12. Fleet Feet Marathon Sports continues its free Tuesday Night Group Runs at 6:30 PM starting from Lake Harriet, open to all ability levels. These regular sessions provide consistent training options alongside the themed brewery events.

Additional Fall Races

The Victory Races offering 5K, 10K and Kids' Run distances are set for September 7, 2026, at Webber Park. The SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run Minneapolis 5K follows on November 7, 2026, at Boom Island Park. These events extend the season into early fall and late fall with accessible distances and family-friendly elements.

Minneapolis runners can use the listed dates to build training plans that align with the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend as the main target. Checking official registration pages for each event supplies the latest entry details and any schedule adjustments. Local participants benefit from the variety of distances and start locations available throughout the coming months.

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