Midwest Financial Group Madison Mini Marathon course.

The half marathon course for 2027 (14 Aug 2027).

Half Marathon

Distance
21.1
kilometers
Climb
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not published
Descent
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not published
Profile
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not published
Layout
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Road
Time limit
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not published
Start
07:00
local time

Racing it

Pro tips

  1. 01

    Warm Start, Warm Finish

    The half starts at 07:00, and typical race-day temperature is 20.5°C. Use the cooler early miles to settle in, then run by effort as it warms.

    From the start time, temperature

  2. 02

    Landmark Checkpoints

    The course passes Capitol Square, State Street, Camp Randall Stadium, the Kohl Center, the Arboretum, Picnic Point, and UW Campus. Use these landmarks to break the half into mental segments.

    From the description

  3. 03

    Park Reset

    The route goes through the Arboretum and Picnic Point. Use those park sections to relax your shoulders and reset before returning to the city landmarks.

    From the description

  4. 04

    Post-Race Party

    After finishing, the 14th Mile Post-Race Party has live music and Lake Mendota views. Runners 21+ get a complimentary beer; soft drinks and bottled water are also available.

    From the description

Written by AI from the course data. Check race-day details with the organizer.

Course on the 2027 race page Dates and entry Race-day weather

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