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• Nebraska State Fair Marathon [finishers.com]

  Sun, Aug 23, 2026

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  Get ready to experience an extraordinary adventure in the heart of Nebraska with the Nebraska State Fair Marathon in Grand Island! 🌟🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

  336 m from Grand Island
  Grand Island, Nebraska, United States
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  5k Half Marathon Marathon Run

• Nebraska State Fair Marathon [statefair.org] [Register at raceroster.com]

  Sat, Aug 29, 2026 at 6:30 AM

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  The Nebraska State Fair Marathon is back for its 12th year on Saturday, August 29, 2026!

  No need to be a marathon runner; there is a race distance for everyone in the family! Options include the...

  The Nebraska State Fair Marathon is back for its 12th year on Saturday, August 29, 2026!

  No need to be a marathon runner; there is a race distance for everyone in the family! Options include the Marathon, a Half-Marathon, Marathon Relay, 5K, 1-Mile Kid Run, Push Rim Wheelchair, and Handcycle.

  All races will start and finish on the Nebraska State Fairgrounds in Grand Island, Nebraska, with a post-race celebration amidst the fair festivities.

  Course Features & Highlights

  • Festive Atmosphere: The unique blend of the race challenge and the excitement of the State Fair creates a memorable, community-driven experience.

  • Marathon Relay: This community building opportunity appeals to the competitors as well as the social participants.

  • Boston Qualifier: The full marathon course is a certified Boston Qualifier.

  Participant Perks

  Every participant receives:

  • A commemorative finisher's medal

  • A custom event shirt. Marathon, Half Marathon and Relay participants will receive a gender specific long sleeve tech shirt while the 5K and 1 Mile participants are sure to enjoy our super soft short sleeve shirt!

  • Admission to the Nebraska State Fair

  • Post-race snacks and beverages

  • 1 FREE alcoholic (21+) or non-alcoholic beverage at any of the bars across the grounds

  2.4 km from Grand Island
  State Fair Boulevard, Grand Island, Nebraska, 68801, United States
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  5k 21k 42k Marathon Run Wheelchair