What it Means to #MoveForMore
At TCM, we know the power of movement for individuals, and for community. It connects, heals, and energizes us. In order to share this power with others, in 2024 we piloted a charity-driven experience in hopes that we can drive our mission forward and deepen our impact on the community.
The inaugural TC Half Marathon For More let 200 runners run the final 13.1 miles of the marathon course while they supported others to feel the power of motion. All funds raised through the TC Half Marathon for More support TC Kids Run Free and Twin Cities In Motion’s other mission initiatives.
In 2025, as part of TCM's Raise the Community Pace initiative, the TC Half Marathon for More is opening up to our Charity Partners! By joining the TC Half Marathon For More charities have the opportunity to claim a limited amount of Half Marathon entries for their team.
Support your run community, future generations, and a strong marathon weekend tradition by making it a Marathon Weekend for More!
Half the Distance, More Community Impact
With dedicated busing to the start line, gear transport to the finish, and more, we'll make sure you're supported every step of the way with special perks for this distance.
VIP Experience
All Half Marathon for More participants will receive a unique participant shirt and finisher medal to mark the inaugural race!
Exclusive Swag
Reasons to Run with Us
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2024 TC Half Marathon For More
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2024 FAQs
General FAQs
When did registration take place?
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TCM Members began registering on Tuesday, March 12th. The general public began registering on Tuesday, April 2nd. There are only 200 spots in the event, and as of July, 2024, this event is sold out.
If I can no longer run, can I transfer my entry or defer to next year?
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Person-to-person transfers are not permitted for the TC Half Marathon for More. Runners wishing to switch race distances must do so by Monday, August 19, at 11:59 p.m. CDT. Fees are involved. Please email [email protected] to transfer distances. Donation participants will not receive a refund of their $365 donation and fundraising participants will still be required to fundraise their $365 minimum. Refunds on entry fees are not permitted after our 48 hour cancellation request policy. TCM does not have a deferral program at this time.
Can Kids Run Free in the TC Half Marathon For More?
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Unfortunately, as this is a fundraising event, the Kids Run Free program does not apply to the TC Half Marathon for More. Anyone 18 years old or younger can still register but will be required to pay the entry fee as well as donate or fundraise $365. Lucky enough, the funds raised will benefit them in other TCM events they participate in!
2024 TC HALF MARATHON FOR MORE
PARTICIPANT GUIDE
The Participant Guide for the 2024 TC Half Marathon For More is now live!
Click on the button below to familiarize yourself with all the important details for your big day.
If the answer to your question isn't found in the Participant Guide, contact [email protected] for assistance.
2024 Race Details
Packet pick up will be available at the Health & Fitness Expo at the Saint Paul RiverCentre. The Expo is located on the lower level of the Saint Paul RiverCentre at 175 West Kellogg Blvd St. Paul, MN 55102.
Friday, October 4
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Health & Fitness Expo
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11 AM - 7 PM
Saturday, October 5
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Health & Fitness Expo
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10 AM - 6 PM
There is no packet pick up on race day. No exceptions.
You will need your race number (emailed the week of September 30) and a photo ID to pick up your packet at the Health & Fitness Expo. The Help Desk located in the packet pickup area is staffed by individuals available to help you with registration-related issues. There are also two “Race Number Look Up” tables located near the packet pick up entrance.
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Participants may place their gear and other items in the clear, plastic race bag provided at packet pick up. Gear check can only be dropped off at the Half Marathon start line in the clear, plastic bag given at packet pick up. Items in other bags will not be accepted. All gear check bags will be available for pick up at the VIP tent at the finish line.
NOTE: Gear check drop-off will be available ONLY on race day at the event site.
TC Half Marathon for more start line will be located near Lake Nokomis Beach parking lot (4955 W Lake Nokomis Pkwy). Start line amenities include a heated tent, gear check (with transport to the finish line), pre-race water and food, portable toilets, annoucements and other ammenities.
TC Half Marathon For More has a course limit of three hours from the time the start line closes. Finishing the half marathon by 2:20 PM generally means maintaining an average pace of 13:44 per mile. After this time no course services including medical, fluid stations or traffic control are available and participants who fall behind this pace. At this time participants will be asked to move to the sidewalk or board the sweep bus which follows the course at the cut-off pace.
On Course Support
The TC Half Marathon For More will have 8 fluid stations located along the course providing water, Nuun Endurance (Lemon-Lime flavor) and Anderson's Maple Syrup Pure Fuel provided at Mile 4. Click here to view the all course support information, including water, toilets, and hydration!
Participant buses to start
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Participants only, must show race bib to board
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Buses depart at 7:30 A.M. promptly
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Bus drop off is at the start line at Lake Nokomis Beach
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Free rides on participant buses from the following location:
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Radisson Hotel, St. Paul Downtown, 161 St. Anthony Ave., St. Paul
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Hospitality room available 6–7:30 A.M.
Public Transportation
All registered athletes for Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend will have access to ride the Blue Line Light Rail and Green Line Light Rail at no charge on Saturday, October 5 and Sunday, October 6. To redeem, riders will show their race bib for admission onto the light rail.
Parking
Parking for Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend participants and spectators is available the Centennial Parking Ramp located just east of Cedar Street.
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Parking is available in Orange, Green, Blue and Purple ramps at no charge to participants and spectators.
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Be aware of heigh restrictions at the Green, Blue and Purple ramps (6'4" maximum height).
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There are no height restrictions at the Orange Ramp.
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Please be aware of event related road closures in the area and adhere to 'No Parking' signs.
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Vehicles violating city regulations will be ticketed and vehicles on the course will be towed.
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TCM does not operate these lots and are not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen property.
PLEASE NOTE:
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Plan for extra time for parking or departing from downtown St Paul.
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Check the official City of St. Paul parking information website for up-to-date parking information.
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Friends and family are welcome to come to the race, bring a motivational sign, and watch and cheer on participants! As always, please be respectful of private property and do not enter the race course. Pedestrians are permitted to cross the course at intersections where race officials are present to direct foot traffic.
Download the Twin Cities In Motion App, presented by Medtronic, to track runners and stay up to date on Marathon Weekend!
All TC Half Marathon for More participants will receive a complimentary VIP Experience wristband as part of their entry.