Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Nov 7, 2026 - Saturday
5k, Half-marathon, Marathon
Race Report
Inside look at what it's like to run the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
Indianapolis Monumental Marathon Recap
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Race Information
Now one of the 15 largest marathons in the USA, the Monumental Marathon is the ideal fall marathon for everyone from the first time marathon runner to elite athletes. Starting and finishing at the Indiana state capitol, the course highlights landmarks and historical neighborhoods throughout indianapolis. Nationally recognized as flat and fast, this event has hosted olympians, PR seeks, and thousands of Boston Marathon qualifiers.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 10,000+
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: Yes
Kids Run: Yes
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