10K Registration

• • July 1: $65
  • Sept. 1: $70

Registration fees for The Bismarck Marathon are non-refundable. Deferrals are not offered to future years. However, runners are welcome to use the transfer feature on Race Roster at their own expense to change to a different distance or runner.

Our route for the 2025 Bismarck Marathon will start and finish at the North Dakota State Capital Grounds!

Our 10K route will be released soon.

Saturday, September 20 – Race Day Schedule

• 8:30 AM 10K Course Opens
• 10 AM 10K Course Closes

This schedule is subject to change. The Bismarck Marathon will never change the schedule without notifying its registrants.

10K Awards Information

• The top overall male and female 10K finishers win a marathon car seat cover towel and an engraved water bottle.

Parking at the North Dakota State Capital Grounds is limited and will fill up quickly on race day. 

The Bismarck Marathon and officials from the North Dakota State Capital are working together to create the best parking experience for all runners on race day. Stay tuned for an updated parking map with the best locations to park, where not to park, and more.

Parking will not be allowed along the main loop of the Capital Grounds to prioritize runner safety.

Race Packet Pick-up

All runners are sure to check-in, pick up their race bib & swag at the Bismarck SCHEELS prior to attending the race.

More information about packet pick-up is coming soon.

Aid stations are located every 1 to 2 miles with water and Powerade. At the finish line we also have a recovery tent with Sanford athletic trainers and our MDU power up station with bananas, chocolate milk, and other snacks to refuel. An ambulance is also on-site at the event.