Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Minneapolis - Virtual Marathon
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Distance
26.2 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
CHOOSE YOUR START TIME ABOVE! Have you been dreaming of running the Boston Marathon? Need to shave a few minutes off your qualifying time? Or maybe you're just looking for the perfect course to set a new PR? Whether Boston is your goal or not, the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon is for you. We're racing around Taft Park in Richfield, MN, and the course is a 1-mile super flat & super fast loop! The Full Marathon is USATF Certified making it a Boston Qualifier! This event is uniquely designed for serious runners. We will have water and an electrolyte drink at the aid table located at the START/FINISH area.Participants are welcome to bring their own personalized aid to place on the aid tables, allowing you to grab exactly what you need each time you pass. Many runners even bring a cheer crew to help hand out fuel and keep the motivation high throughout the race. What you get: Race shirtFinisher medals for all participantsAwards for both distances are in the usual 5-year age groups. Fast course, flexible support, and a chance to chase your goals—this is the race that lets you run your perfect day. By design this will be a smaller event, capped at just 75 participants per distance so the focus is on getting you your fastest time!
Typical conditions
For events around August 2027 in Richfield, MN, United States: Typical summer / warmer season in this region — plan hydration and sun protection; verify any heat policies with the organizer.
How to prepare
Marathon training typically spans 12–16 weeks with a progressive long run and recovery weeks. Do not invent a course strategy here — check the official site for start waves, cutoffs, and gear rules.
Best marathons to run in 2026Getting there
This event is listed in Richfield, MN, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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