Midwest Twin Cities Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Bloomington's Midwest Twin Cities Half Marathon offers a flat, fast course around Normandale Lake Park.
Race Date
Jun 28, 2026
Location
Bloomington, MN
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, June 28, 2026
- Location
- Bloomington, Minnesota
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 1 Miles, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 812
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Midwest Twin Cities Half Marathon Series, held in Bloomington, Minnesota, presents a straightforward road race experience around Normandale Lake Park. This event, now in its third edition, typically sees around 291 finishers, drawing participants from approximately 27 states.
The course is noted for its flat profile, making it a potentially fast day for runners. The race is produced by Premier Event Management and is part of a series that also includes 10K, 5K, and a Kids One Mile Fun Run, fostering a family-friendly atmosphere.
Runners receive a T-shirt as part of their race swag. The event aims to encourage a healthy lifestyle, with the Kids One Mile Fun Run starting and finishing at the main structure, adding a special touch to race morning.
Race-provided description
On Sunday, June 28, 2026 Bloomington, MN will host the co-ed format for the Midwest Twin Cities Half Marathon Series Event for the 2026 racing season. Each event will offer a Half Marathon, 10K & 5K, and our Kids One Mile Fun Run, finishing in the family-friendly atmosphere of Normandale Lake Park in the heart of Bloomington, Minnesota. Join us for this Midwest Half Marathon Series Event Presented by Hellmuth & Johnson. Our Half Marathon Series Event is produced by Premier Event Management in conjunction with our host community partner of Bloomington, Minnesota. Our Kids One Mile Fun Run will start and finish from our main finish line structure making the Kids event something extra special on race morning. Children from ages 5 to 15 are encouraged to join us on race morning to begin a lifestyle change at our Kids One Mile Fun Run!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
5901 W 84th St, Bloomington, MN, 55438
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
3 years running
~291 finishers a year
growing or steady
4% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 27 states
winner 1:30:18
typical high 81°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
63°
Afternoon (High)
81°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.2"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 812 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
812
Median time
2:13:19
Latest turnout
291
States
35
Turnout by year
2022–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the Midwest Twin Cities Half Marathon, 10K & 5K?
The Midwest Twin Cities Half Marathon, 10K & 5K is held on Sunday, June 28, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the Midwest Twin Cities Half Marathon, 10K & 5K take place?
It takes place in Bloomington, Minnesota.
What distances does the Midwest Twin Cities Half Marathon, 10K & 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 1 Miles, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Midwest Twin Cities Half Marathon, 10K & 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The Midwest Twin Cities Half Marathon, 10K & 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Midwest Twin Cities Half Marathon, 10K & 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 812 runners who have completed the Midwest Twin Cities Half Marathon, 10K & 5K.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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