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How to get into the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon 2027.

All 2 ways into the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon in Minneapolis.

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Ways in

There are 2 ways into the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, each with what it involves and, where we have it, the organizer's own detail.

  1. 01

    First come, first served

    Entry opens on a set date and closes when the field is full.

    At this race: Enter while places last.

  2. 02

    Charity place

    Take a place from a partner charity and commit to raising a minimum amount for it. Charities usually ask you to apply and choose their runners.

    At this race: Choose from the official 2026 Charity Partners, check Details for remaining team spots, and contact the team captain to join their 2026 team.

Qualifying times

The organizer publishes 1 standards by age and gender. Check yours against your best time, and the window it must have been run in.

Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon qualifying times

Charity places and tours

Both are guaranteed places. A charity place asks you to raise a minimum amount; a tour package bundles entry with travel and a hotel.

Charity places

FAQ

What are the ways into the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon?
There are 2 ways in. First come, first served: Enter while places last. Charity place: Choose from the official 2026 Charity Partners, check Details for remaining team spots, and contact the team captain to join their 2026 team.
Can I get into the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon with a qualifying time?
Yes. The organizer publishes 1 qualifying standards by age and gender; Medal lists them all with their source.

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