Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction
The Fox Cities Marathon offers a community-focused race weekend with multiple distances and a charitable mission.
Race Date
Sep 18, 2026
Location
Menasha, WI
Quick facts
- Date
- Friday, September 18, 2026
- Location
- Menasha, Wisconsin
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, Kids Fun Run: Mini Dash, 1/4 Mile, or 1/2 Mile, Diaper Dash & Toddler Trot
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 42,612
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Community First Fox Cities Marathon weekend is a large-scale event that draws thousands of participants and volunteers to Menasha, Wisconsin. With a history spanning over 34 years, this non-profit organization has returned more than $1.3 million to the community, embodying its mission to inspire health, wellness, and community.
The event features a variety of distances, including a marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and kids' races, alongside a Health & Wellness Expo. Recent editions have seen around 1,079 finishers, with participants traveling from approximately 21 states, indicating a solid geographic draw. The half marathon, specifically, is a popular choice, with a median of about 947 finishers.
This established event fosters a strong sense of community involvement, with local businesses and partners contributing to its success. A notable portion of participants, around 17%, demonstrate loyalty by returning in subsequent years. The race weekend culminates in a celebration of health and community, offering something for runners of all levels.
Race-provided description
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.
Logistics
Race Day
Friday, September 18, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
Half Marathon Short-Sleeve Technical Shirt
Start Location
1478 Midway Road, Menasha, WI, 54952
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout7325 years running
~947 finishers a year
growing or steady
17% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 21 states
winner 1:13:45
typical high 77°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
60°
Afternoon (High)
77°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
74%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 42,612 finishers actually crossed the line across 25 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
42,612
Median time
2:18:24
Latest turnout
1,079
States
46
Turnout by year
2015–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction?
The Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction is held on Friday, September 18, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction take place?
It takes place in Menasha, Wisconsin.
What distances does the Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, Kids Fun Run: Mini Dash, 1/4 Mile, or 1/2 Mile, Diaper Dash & Toddler Trot.
Is the Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction course flat and good for a PR?
The Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction?
HalfRuns has finish records for 42,612 runners who have completed the Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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