2026 Grandma’s Marathon Race Weekend 2026 — Duluth, MN

Date
June 19, 2026
Location
Duluth, MN
Venue
350 Harbor Dr
Start Time
1:00 PM
Entry Fee
$50.00
Events
Grandma's Marathon ($50 team fee plus $750 fundraising), Fundraiser Only (already have an entry into the 2026 Grandma's Marathon or Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon), Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon ($50 Team Fee plus $750 fundraising), William A. Irvin 5K ($50 Team Fee plus $500 fundraising), Great Grandma's Challenge - 5K and Marathon - ($50 team fee plus $1250 fundraising)
Includes
Semper Fi & America's Fund Team Dri-Fit Shirt
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Grandma's Marathon in Duluth starts at 1:00 PM, so you can arrive race morning without an pre-dawn drive. The full marathon distance of 26.2 miles takes place on June 19, 2026, with registration set at $50. The race is based at 350 Harbor Drive in Duluth, Minnesota. If you're planning to run this event, you'll want accommodation within reasonable distance of the venue to manage the afternoon start time and have flexibility for your pre-race routine. Duluth sits on Lake Superior's shore and serves as a logical base for runners coming from across the Upper Midwest and beyond for this established race weekend.

From the Race Organizer
Earn your entry to the 2026 entry to Grandma's Marathon or the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon by raising funds and awareness for Semper Fi & America's Fund. Semper Fi & America’s Fund cares for our nation’s critically wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and military families. Supporting all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, we provide one-on-one case management, connection, and lifetime support. Today. Tomorrow. Together. To learn more about Semper Fi & America's Fund please visit thefund.org. What are the benefits of joining the Semper Fi & America's Fund Team? Complimentary entry to Grandma's Marathon or Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon A training shirt, a race day shirt and runner's goodie bag! An online fundraising link set up by RunSignUp.com that you can send to your donors. Timely updates from our Race Coordinator. Prizes for the top fundraisers! The heartfelt thanks of the injured Marines, Sailors, Airmen and Soldiers you will be supporting!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 2026 Grandma’s Marathon Race Weekend 2026 — Duluth, MN?

2026 Grandma’s Marathon Race Weekend 2026 — Duluth, MN takes place on June 19, 2026. The race is held in Duluth, Minnesota.

Where is 2026 Grandma’s Marathon Race Weekend 2026 — Duluth, MN held?

2026 Grandma’s Marathon Race Weekend 2026 — Duluth, MN is held at 350 Harbor Dr in Duluth, Minnesota.

Where can I find hotels near 2026 Grandma’s Marathon Race Weekend 2026 — Duluth, MN?

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