Minocqua "No Frills" Marathon
Minocqua "No Frills" Marathon is a running race on September 6, 2026 in Minocqua, WI, with entry fees from $40 to $200.
- Date
- September 6, 2026 (45 days to go)
- Location
- 121 Front St, Minocqua, WI
- Price
- $40–$200
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
SUNDAY, SEPT 6, 2026
The marathon course will be run on the Bearskin trail as an out and back course starting downtown Minocqua and finishing on the trestle in Minocqua.
Registration and packet pickup in person until Saturday, SEPT 5 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm and Sunday, Sept 6, from 5:00 am to 7:45 am at the American Legion, downtown Minocqua, 121 W Front St.
Early start at 6:00 am by special arrangement; please check the box on the registration form if you wish to start early. This is intended only for those that need more time. No early starters are eligible for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall awards. We also offer a "super early" start time at 5:00 am by special arrangement only. Bring a headlamp as it is dark on the trail through the woods!
Start and Finish downtown Minocqua.
The Minocqua No Frills Marathon™ & Half- Marathon keeps it simple and affordable because, at this marathon, it’s all about the race. The race accommodates those who aspire to run their first marathon, as well as veteran runners trying to better their times or qualify for the Boston Marathon (certification # WI22019DM).
Blue Raven's beneficiary partner this year will be the local Cub Scout Pack 564. They will be managing the 7 & 19 mile water station.
Race Times
Early Marathon start at 6:00 am by special arrangement; please check the box below
Marathon Start Time: 7:00 am
Half Marathon Start Time: 7:30 am
5K 8:00 am
Registration and Packet Pick-up
Register and Packet Pickup at the American Legion, Minocqua, WI 54548
Saturday, SEPT 5: 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Sunday, SEPT 6: 6:00 - 7:45 AM
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
70°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Minocqua, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Minocqua, WI
City Elevation
1,586 ft
Nearest Airport
RHI
Rhinelander Oneida County Airport · 22 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- Race
- Minocqua "No Frills" Marathon
- Date
- September 6, 2026
- Location
- 121 Front St, Minocqua, WI
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Minocqua "No Frills" Marathon
Sep 6, 2026