Milwaukee Marathon
Milwaukee Half Marathon: a fast, point-to-point urban spring race.
Race Date
Apr 10, 2027
Location
Milwaukee, WI
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, April 10, 2027
- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 15,600
Highlights
Good For
Course
The Experience
Run the Milwaukee Half Marathon, a fast, point-to-point urban spring race now in its eighth year. The event draws ~3,000 finishers from 43 states, with ~14% returning annually—a testament to its quality. The USATF-certified course features a gentle net downhill (-0.66 m/km) and negligible elevation change, making it a prime PR target.
The course winds through Milwaukee's streets, offering a scenic urban tour without major hills. Typical race-day weather sees temperatures between 38–57°F and low humidity—ideal for fast running. Rain is virtually absent from the historical record, so expect dry conditions. The field is competitive; recent winning times hover around 1:08:32. The race also offers a 5K, making it a versatile event for runners of all distances.
A growing favorite among half-marathoners, the Milwaukee Half delivers a well-organized, runner-focused experience. The spring date and forgiving conditions make it an excellent choice for half-marathon season openers.
Race-provided description
The Milwaukee Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K returns on April 10 & 11, 2027! It's Wisconsin's best spring running event! Sign up now!
Course Info
Course Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Quality Score
Runner Favorite898 years running
~2,637 finishers a year
growing or steady
14% returning runners
USATF certified · 2 timing sources · 6 photos
runners from 43 states
winner 1:08:32
typical high 58°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
38°
Afternoon (High)
57°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.0"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
61%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 15,600 finishers actually crossed the line across 8 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
15,600
Median time
2:11:37
Latest turnout
3,023
States
50
Turnout by year
2015–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Milwaukee Marathon?
The Milwaukee Marathon is held on Saturday, April 10, 2027.
Where does the Milwaukee Marathon take place?
It takes place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
What distances does the Milwaukee Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Milwaukee Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Milwaukee Marathon is a ultra-flat, point to point course.
How many people run the Milwaukee Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 15,600 runners who have completed the Milwaukee Marathon.
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