Festival Foods La Crosse Marathon
USATF CertifiedSaturday, May 2, 2026
La Crosse, Wisconsin
The Experience
The course winds along the scenic and remote river trails that embody the driftless region. You will run from Sparta to La Crosse, pass through classic rural Wisconsin towns, and finishing at the beautiful Riverside Park in downtown La Crosse.
The Festival Foods La Crosse Marathon is hosted by the River City Running Club (RCRC). RCRC is a local La Crosse Non-Profit focused on giving back to our greater community. Thanks to participants and sponsors alike the La Crosse Marathon donates over $30,000 back into the community annually.
Course Information
USATF Certified Course
WI25031DM · Expires 2035
Certified Course Name
LaCrosse Half Marathon 2026
Net Drop
+1.56
m/km
Separation
74.8%
start to finish
This course has a net uphill grade — expect a more challenging race. Point-to-point course layout.
Race Details
Race Day
Saturday, May 2, 2026 · 5/2/2026 07:00
Start Location
100 State St., La Crosse, WI 54601
Course
Loop
Also Offers
Giveaway
T-Shirt (Long Sleeve)
Registration
Register online — $70
Race Website
Official race information
Historical Weather
☀
Avg High
63°F
☽
Avg Low
44°F
☂
Precip
0.12 in
🍃
Wind
12.3 mph
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The Experience
The course winds along the scenic and remote river trails that embody the driftless region. You will run from Sparta to La Crosse, pass through classic rural Wisconsin towns, and finishing at the beautiful Riverside Park in downtown La Crosse.
The Festival Foods La Crosse Marathon is hosted by the River City Running Club (RCRC). RCRC is a local La Crosse Non-Profit focused on giving back to our greater community. Thanks to participants and sponsors alike the La Crosse Marathon donates over $30,000 back into the community annually.
Course Information
USATF Certified Course
WI25031DM · Expires 2035
Certified Course Name
LaCrosse Half Marathon 2026
Net Drop
+1.56
m/km
Separation
74.8%
start to finish
This course has a net uphill grade — expect a more challenging race. Point-to-point course layout.
Race Details
Race Day
Saturday, May 2, 2026 · 5/2/2026 07:00
Start Location
100 State St., La Crosse, WI 54601
Course
Loop
Also Offers
Giveaway
T-Shirt (Long Sleeve)
Registration
Register online — $70
Race Website
Official race information