Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon – Minneapolis 2026 — Maple Grove, MN

Date
August 16, 2026
Location
Maple Grove, MN
Venue
Fernbrook Elementary School
Start Time
6:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $120.00
Events
Marathon-600 am Start, Half Marathon-600 am Start, Marathon-630 am Start, Half Marathon-630 am Start, Cheer Crew
Includes
Awesome Race Shirt
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The Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon starts at 6:00 AM, so plan your arrival in Maple Grove the evening before. Based at Fernbrook Elementary School, this August race offers both the full 26.2-mile marathon and half-marathon distances, with entry fees ranging from free to $120. If you can't make it to Minnesota for race day, a virtual participation option lets you complete your chosen distance on your own schedule. The early start time is typical for longer endurance events, giving runners cooler conditions during the race. Consider lodging near the school to minimize pre-dawn travel and allow time for parking and pre-race preparation.

From the Race Organizer
Have you been dreaming of running the Boston Marathon? Need to shave a few minutes off your qualifying time? Or maybe you're just looking for the perfect course to set a new PR? Whether Boston is your goal or not, the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon is for you. We're racing around Fernbrook Elementary School, and the course is a 1-mile super flat & super fast loop! The Full Marathon is USATF Certified making it a Boston Qualifier! This event is uniquely designed for serious runners. We will have water and an electrolyte drink at the aid table. Participants are welcome to bring their own personalized aid to place on the aid tables, allowing you to grab exactly what you need each time you pass. Many runners even bring a cheer crew to help hand out fuel and keep the motivation high throughout the race. To maintain the best possible experience, this is intentionally a small, focused event, capped at just 75 participants. We will have a great race shirt and finisher medals for all participants. Awards for both distances are in the usual 5-year age groups. Fast course, flexible support, and a chance to chase your goals—this is the race that lets you run your perfect day. By design this will be a smaller event, focused on getting you your fastest time.

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Maple Grove, MN. 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon – Minneapolis 2026 — Maple Grove, MN?

Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon – Minneapolis 2026 — Maple Grove, MN takes place on August 16, 2026. The race is held in Maple Grove, Minnesota.

Where is Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon – Minneapolis 2026 — Maple Grove, MN held?

Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon – Minneapolis 2026 — Maple Grove, MN is held at Fernbrook Elementary School in Maple Grove, Minnesota.

Where can I find hotels near Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon – Minneapolis 2026 — Maple Grove, MN?

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