2027 SCHEELS Med City Marathon
SCHEELS Med City half marathon: growing midwest race drawing 29 states.
Race Date
May 15, 2027
Location
Rochester, MN
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, May 15, 2027
- Location
- Rochester, Minnesota
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
The Experience
On a crisp mid-May morning, the SCHEELS Med City half marathon weaves through the streets of Rochester, Minnesota, a city known for the Mayo Clinic. The race has quickly established itself, drawing nearly 800 finishers from 29 states in its fifth edition. With average starting temperatures in the 40s rising to the 60s, the weather often cooperates for a strong effort.
The course rolls through tree-lined neighborhoods and past local landmarks, with community support lining the route. At the finish, runners are greeted by a festival with live music and free beer for those 21 and older, capping a weekend that includes an expo and a free kids run. While the half marathon is still building its tradition—first run in 2018—its growing field and broad geographic pull signal a bright future in the midwest racing scene.
Race-provided description
The Med City Marathon is a midwest premier running event in Rochester, Minnesota, featuring a full marathon, half marathon, 20 mile, 5K, back2back challenge, team challenge, and a free kids run. The race weekend includes a Health Street Expo, live music, and a finish line festival with free beer for 21+ racers. The event is held annually in mid-May.
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
Solid Pick505 years running
~526 finishers a year
growing or steady
0% returning runners
2 timing sources
runners from 29 states
winner 1:07:59
typical high 68°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
47°
Afternoon (High)
68°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
62%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the 2027 SCHEELS Med City Marathon?
The 2027 SCHEELS Med City Marathon is held on Saturday, May 15, 2027.
Where does the 2027 SCHEELS Med City Marathon take place?
It takes place in Rochester, Minnesota.
What distances does the 2027 SCHEELS Med City Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2027 SCHEELS Med City Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The 2027 SCHEELS Med City Marathon is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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