Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction
- Date
- September 18–20, 2026
- Location
- 1478 Midway Road, Menasha, WI
- Distance
- Full Marathon Run/Walk · Half Marathon Run/Walk · Half Marathon Competitive Walk & more
From the Organizer
During the Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction weekend of events, we bring together thousands of participants, volunteers, spectators, local businesses and community partners at eight events including a marathon, half marathon, relay marathon, 10K, 5K, kids events and an expo.
As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, the Community First Fox Cities Marathon gives back to area non-profits, community partners and running organizations. Over our 34-year history, the event has returned more than $1.3 million to the community.
OUR MISSION
The Community First Fox Cities Marathon Presented by Miron Construction inspires health, wellness and community … one step at a time.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
71°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Appleton, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Menasha, WI
Population
18,960
as of 2023
Elevation
749 ft
Nearest Airport
ATW
Appleton International Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 91 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
102
Days to train
- Race
- Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction
- Date
- September 18–20, 2026
- Location
- 1478 Midway Road, Menasha, WI
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction?
- Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction is a running race held in Menasha, Wisconsin on September 18, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction?
- Friday, September 18, 2026 in Menasha, Wisconsin at 1478 Midway Road, Menasha, WI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction
Sep 18, 2026