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St. Joseph, Missouri Marathon

St. Joseph, Missouri Marathon

The St. Joseph Marathon offers a fast, flat course with growing participation and strong community support.

Race Date

Sep 26, 2026

Location

St Joseph, MO

Solid Pick59

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Location
St Joseph, Missouri
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2M, 10K, 5K run
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
559

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyBeginner FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Local CommunityWell Organized

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The St. Joseph Marathon, first run in 2023, is establishing itself as a notable event in Missouri. With a median field size of approximately 197 finishers and a growing trend, the race attracts participants from around 15 states.

Runners can expect a fast, flat course, making it an attractive option for those seeking personal bests. The event is held annually in September, with typical race-day temperatures ranging from 59–78°F, offering generally pleasant running conditions.

With a repeat-runner loyalty rate of about 34%, the St. Joseph Marathon is building a dedicated following. The event also offers 10K and 5K distances, catering to a variety of runners, and is presented by Gray Manufacturing.

Race-provided description

(816) 233-6688 About Us Why StJoMo? Our Venues Get Involved Hall of Fame Contact « All Events St. Joseph, Missouri Marathon September 26 @ 7:00 am - 1:00 pm « St. Joseph Western Round-Up Youth Softball Tournament GLVC BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS » FOURTH ANNUAL ST. JOSEPH, MISSOURI MARATHON PRESENTED BY GRAY MANUFACTURING SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2026 – CIVIC CENTER PARK REGISTER FOR THE 2026 ST. JOSEPH MARATHON! 2025 EVENT PHOTOS 2025 OFFICIAL RACE GUIDE TESTIMONIALS ABOUT THE ST. JOSEPH MARATHON TRACK A RUNNER! Split points will occur at the following mile markers: Marathon: 2.8, 5.6, 7.6, 8.9, 14.3, 20.2, 21.4, 22.1, 23.9 Half Marathon: 2.8, 5.6, 7.6, 8.9, 10.3 10K: 2.8, 3.7 Or, sign up as a volunteer! SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER 2025 PRESS RELEASE 2025 MARATHON RESULTS 202

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, September 26, 2026

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

St Joseph, MO

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

26.2M10K5K run

Quality Score

Solid Pick59
Methodology
Heritage6/20

3 years running

Size11/15

~197 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty20/20

34% returning runners

Course & details5/15

2 timing sources

National draw7/10

runners from 15 states

Front-pack speed5/5

winner 1:14:37

Weather0/10

typical high 78°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

59°

Afternoon (High)

78°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.1"

Precipitation

11 mph

Wind

64%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 559 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

559

Median time

2:12:56

Latest turnout

197

States

22

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:10p50 median ≈ 2:106:00

Turnout by year

20232025

'23'24'25
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Frequently asked

When is the St. Joseph, Missouri Marathon?

The St. Joseph, Missouri Marathon is held on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Where does the St. Joseph, Missouri Marathon take place?

It takes place in St Joseph, Missouri.

What distances does the St. Joseph, Missouri Marathon offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2M, 10K, 5K run.

Is the St. Joseph, Missouri Marathon course flat and good for a PR?

The St. Joseph, Missouri Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the St. Joseph, Missouri Marathon?

HalfRuns has finish records for 559 runners who have completed the St. Joseph, Missouri Marathon.

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