Fargo Mini Marathon
Fargo Mini Marathon is a running race on October 16–17, 2026 in Fargo, ND, with entry fees from $44 to $118.
- Date
- October 16–17, 2026 (85 days to go)
- Location
- 207 4th St. N., Fargo, ND
- Price
- $44–$118
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
🏃♂️ Fargo Mini 2026...
Back for Another Year!
After a highly successful return in 2025, the Fargo Mini is officially back for 2026! 🎉
Runners, families, and the Fargo–Moorhead community came out in a big way, and we’re excited to build on that energy for another unforgettable race weekend.
The Fargo Mini features a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon, welcoming everyone from first-time racers to seasoned runners chasing new goals. With a start and finish inside the Fargo Civic Center and nearly 90% of the course along the scenic Red River bike paths, this event offers a fast, fun, and beautiful race experience through the heart of our community.
The Friday night 5K returns with its fun, festive atmosphere (costumes encouraged), followed by Saturday’s 10K and Half Marathon, perfect for runners looking to challenge themselves on a well-supported course.
Once again, the Fargo Mini is proud to support the Mark Knutson Shoes for Kids Legacy Fund, continuing a legacy of giving back and helping ensure kids in our community have access to shoes and opportunities to stay active.
Whether you’re racing for a PR, running with friends, or simply soaking in the energy of race weekend, the Fargo Mini is about community, celebration, and the joy of running.
📍 Location: Fargo Civic Center
📅 Date: October 16 & 17, 2026
🏁 Distances: 5K | 10K | Half Marathon
Join us as we continue this exciting new chapter of the Fargo Mini...bigger, stronger, and here to stay.
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
55°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Moorhead, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fargo, ND
Population
129,064
as of 2023
City Elevation
902 ft
Nearest Airport
FAR
Hector International Airport · 4 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
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Waiting For?
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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.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Fargo than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Fargo Mini Marathon
Oct 16, 2026