Fernbrook Elementary School, Maple Grove MN
Sunday, August 16th, 2026
Event Overview
Have you been dreaming of running the Boston Marathon? Need to shave a few minutes off your qualifying time? Or maybe you're just looking for the perfect course to set a new PR? Whether Boston is your goal or not, the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon is for you.
Course Details
- Location: Fernbrook Elementary School, Maple Grove, MN
- Course: A 1-mile super flat & super fast loop
- Certification: The Full Marathon is USATF Certified making it a Boston Qualifier
Participant Support
- Hydration: We will have water and an electrolyte drink at the aid table
- Personalized Aid: Participants can bring their own personalized aid to place on the aid tables
- Cheer Crew: Many runners even bring a cheer crew to help hand out fuel and keep motivation high
Event Capacity
To maintain the best possible experience, this is intentionally a small, focused event, capped at just 75 participants.
Awards and Recognition
- Finisher Medals: All participants receive a great race shirt and finisher medals
- Age Groups: Awards for both distances are issued in the usual 5-year age groups
Why Participate?
Fast course, flexible support, and a chance to chase your goals—this is the race that lets you run your perfect day. By design, this will be a smaller event, focused on getting you your fastest time.
Event Information
Date: 2026-08-16
For more details, visit the official race page: Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon.
