2025
Details
DATE & TIME
Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 1:45:00 PM UTC
Course
State Capitol Grounds, St. Paul, MN
Gallery
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend Saturday Events
Feel the marathon buzz in an event that’s a fit for you.
Marathon Weekend Energy
Our signature walker-friendly race for all paces is the perfect way to celebrate movement and community.
Fit For All Movers
Start your Saturday morning with an out and back 5K between the Capitol and Cathedral!
Capitol Start and Finish
Train for race-day with complimentary access to ASICS Runkeeper Go! Monitor your pace and distance, and get while providing motivational updates from your supporters.
Train with ASICS Runkeeper Go™
Our new finisher medal and participant shirt are the perfect way to make your Saturday memories last a lifetime.
Exclusive Gear
Kids 18 and under run free...get the whole family moving together!
TC Kids Run Free!
Reasons to Run with Us
"There is no better finish in running than coming down Summit Ave to the Capitol."
2023 Saturday Events Participant
"Top-notch volunteers, OUTSTANING results, set up of course, and production team in place."
2022 Saturday Events Participant
"I love the atmosphere and energy everyone brings to the start line and the crowd support along the way."
2023 Saturday Events Participant
2024 5K Swag
Finisher Medal & ASICS® Short Sleeve Technical Shirt
2024 Race Details
First 150
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1st registrant - 150th registrant: $35
Next 150
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151st registrant - 300th registrant: $39
Tier 3
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301st registrant - Thursday, July 11th: $44
Tier 4
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Friday, July 12th - Thursday, August 1st: $49
Tier 5
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Friday, August 2nd - Thursday, August 29th: $54
Tier 6
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Friday, August 30th - Thursday, September 19th: $59
Tier 7
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Friday, September 20th - Monday, September 30th: $64
Tier 8 - IN PERSON ONLY at the Health & Fitness Expo or at the Capitol Grounds
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Friday, October 4th - Saturday October 5th: $65
Virtual
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Thursday, March 5th - Saturday, October 5th: $39
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Packet pick up will be available at the Health & Fitness Expo at the Saint Paul RiverCentre Friday, October 4 and at the State Capitol Grounds near the start line on race morning.
Friday, October 4
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Health & Fitness Expo
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11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Race Day, Saturday, October 5
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State Capitol Grounds
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6:30 a.m. until Race Start Time
The Expo is located on the lower level of the Saint Paul RiverCentre at 175 West Kellogg Blvd St. Paul, MN 55102.
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 State Capitol Grounds in the clear, plastic bag given at packet pick up. Items in other bags will not be accepted.
Check back later this summer for full gear check details!
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
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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.
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New this year there is free parking available on a first come, first served basis at St. Paul College lots.
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Access to the lots are available off Concordia Ave or Marshall Ave via Dayton Ave to Louis St.
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TCM does not operate these lots and are not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen property.
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The Marion St. exit from eastbound 94 is closed both Saturday and Sunday before and during Marathon Weekend events.
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To reach the St. Paul College lots from I-94, use the Dale St exit.
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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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Lactation Support
For all of our nursing and pumping parents, we see you and we are thrilled to be able to support your feeding and running journeys!
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The Pumpspotting Team will be at the Finish Area with Barb, The Breast Express Bus, to serve as nursing and pumping support, space, and safe milk storage for all athletes and volunteers on both Saturday and Sunday of Marathon Weekend.
Pacing
5K finishers are expected to complete the course at a pace of 25-minutes-per-mile or faster. Click here to view the TC 5K Course Map.
On Course Support
The TC 5K will have and Nuun Sport (Strawberry Lemonade flavor) at fluid stations. Click here to view the all course support information, including water, toilets, and hydration!
Twin Cities In Motion celebrates all runners and walkers - whatever your pace. The Runtourage exists to provide a supportive and enthusiastic presence for our back of the pack participants. Look for our Runtourage volunteers toward the end of our races and the last 8 miles of the marathon! Learn more here.
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Better yourself AND your community. Race for a cause! Add meaning to your miles by participating in our charity program.
Run with your colleagues, and compete against other companies to build fun, friendly rivalries!
The top team in each division will receive special recognition throughout the year. Categories include largest and fastest teams. Once a team is enrolled, employees will have access to discount registration and extra race day perks.
Learn more about the challenge here.
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!
Participants in the virtual TC 5K will be able to submit results October 1 – December 31, 2024. Participants can submit their results using this link.
Registration Price
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Thursday, March 5th - Saturday, October 5th: $39
Gear will be mailed to the shipping address provided at the time of registration by Friday, October 18, 2024.
Any changes to your address must be sent to [email protected] prior to Friday, September 6, 2024. Additional charges or delays in shipping may apply for incorrect addresses.-
Age group awards will be mailed to participants after the event for categories of men, women and non-binary athletes placing 1st, 2nd and 3rd in their age group. Age groups include 8 & under, 9-13, 14-18, 19-24, and continue in five-year increments until the 80+ age group. Athletes registered under “prefer not to disclose” for gender are not eligible for age group awards.