Med City Marathon, presented by ActivePT 2026 — Rochester, MN
The Med City Marathon takes place on May 16, 2026, in Rochester, Minnesota, with the venue at 304 1st Ave SW. The race offers multiple distances to accommodate different training levels: a 1-mile option, 1.2 miles, 5K, half marathon, 20 miles, and the full 26.2-mile marathon. The typical start time is 2:00 PM. Entry fees range from free to $240.00 depending on the distance and registration timing. Beyond the race itself, an expo is included as part of the event. Whether you're targeting a marathon distance or prefer a shorter test, Med City Marathon provides flexibility for endurance athletes at various stages of preparation.
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Med City Marathon, presented by ActivePT 2026 — Rochester, MN
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 16.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Rochester, 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.
- 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 Med City Marathon, presented by ActivePT 2026 — Rochester, MN?
Med City Marathon, presented by ActivePT 2026 — Rochester, MN takes place on May 16, 2026. The race is held in Rochester, Minnesota.
Where is Med City Marathon, presented by ActivePT 2026 — Rochester, MN held?
Med City Marathon, presented by ActivePT 2026 — Rochester, MN is held at 304 1st Ave SW in Rochester, Minnesota.
Where can I find hotels near Med City Marathon, presented by ActivePT 2026 — Rochester, MN?
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