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Registration remains on a near record pace ahead of the 
48th annual Grandma's Marathon weekend, and entry fees will now increase starting on January 1, 2024. More than 18,500 people have already signed up for one of the weekend's three races. The Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon reached its registration capacity in fewer than four days, while the William A. Irvin 5K saw its earliest sellout on record in late November.

Entry Fees Increase on January 1;  Ahead of 2024 Grandma's Marathon Weekend: 2 Races Sold Out, 1 Other on Near Record Registration Pace

Grandma's Marathon

Pre-Race Review/ Lineup

PR and marketing manager Zach Schneider talked about a new group training program, among other preparations, for the 2024 Grandma's Marathon on June 22.

Preparing for the 2024 Grandma's Marathon

Registration for the 2024 Grandma's Marathon on June 22 is likely so sell out by end of January, the earliest on record.

Still ways to race 6 months out from Grandma's Marathon

Human Interest Story

Kristi Schmidt, a former staff member at Grandma's Marathon, is named as the new board chair of the event.

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results