Race Details
The Nebraska State Fair Marathon is back with a new look in the the 11th year! Find everything you need to know about the race below.
Registration
Registration has met capacity and is now closed. See you in 2026!
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Entry Fees
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Before May 31
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June 1 - August 2
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August 3 - August 19
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Marathon
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$80
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$90
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$100
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Half-Marathon
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$70
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$80
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$90
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Relay Marathon
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$250
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$275
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$300
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5K
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$40
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$45
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$50
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Kids 1-Mile
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$25
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$25
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$30
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Age Divisions
18 & Under
19-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74
75-79
80-89
90+
10 & Under
11-14
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74
75-79
80-89
90+
Male
Female
Coed; 4 people per team, Coed minimum 2 Females
5 & Under
6-9
10-13
Course Maps
The Nebraska State Fair Marathon is a Boston qualifier. USATF Course Certification Number: NE18005GM. The Marathon course is open for 6 hours (6:30 am to 12:30 pm). All races start and end on the Nebraska State Fairgrounds. Chip Timing provided.
Half Marathon USATF Course Certification Number: NE18006GM
Packet Pickup
Friday, August 22: 1 PM – 7 PM
Venues on South Locust
1607 South Locust Street Suite A
Grand Island, NE 68801
Saturday, August 23: 5 AM
Nebraska State Fairgrounds Main Gate
Perks
- Medal for all finishers
- Tech shirt for all participants
- Entry in Nebraska State Fair
- Post race snacks and beverages
Spectator Tickets
Spectator tickets are required to view the beginning and end of the race and may be purchased here. A password is required and will be included in the confirmation email following registration. For assistance in purchasing spectator tickets, please contact the State Fair Box Office at 308-384-0151.
Race Policies
Please click here for a for information regarding refunds and other policies.
