Festival Foods La Crosse Marathon – La Crosse, WI 2026
The Festival Foods La Crosse Marathon starts at 6:00 AM on May 2, 2026, so plan your arrival the day before if you're traveling in. Based at 100 State Street in La Crosse, Wisconsin, the event offers three distances: a 1-mile option, a half marathon, and the full 26.2-mile marathon. Entry fees range from $40 to $130 depending on the distance and registration timing. Whether you're looking for a shorter tune-up run or committing to the full distance, this late-spring race provides options for various fitness levels. Early morning start times mean you'll want accommodation within easy reach of the venue for a stress-free pre-race morning.
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Festival Foods La Crosse Marathon – La Crosse, WI 2026
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 2.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to La Crosse, WI. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.
- Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
- Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
- Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
- 24/7 real-time support
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Festival Foods La Crosse Marathon – La Crosse, WI 2026?
Festival Foods La Crosse Marathon – La Crosse, WI 2026 takes place on May 2, 2026. The race is held in La Crosse, Wisconsin.
Where is Festival Foods La Crosse Marathon – La Crosse, WI 2026 held?
Festival Foods La Crosse Marathon – La Crosse, WI 2026 is held at 100 State St. in La Crosse, Wisconsin.
Where can I find hotels near Festival Foods La Crosse Marathon – La Crosse, WI 2026?
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