Highlights
Fast, flat course open to runners and walkers
All runners receive a swag bag of items and a finisher’s medal
The 5K is a Saturday event
The race course is filled with FUN
2024 Race Swag
Our 2024 Race Swag is here! Check out what comes with your registration for the SCHEELS 5K.
2024 Finisher’s Medals
After you finish a race at the Bismarck Marathon, presented by MDU Resources Group Inc., you’ll receive a custom finisher’s medal!
Every medal is customized with the Bismarck Marathon logo, the date, and an empty space for you to remember your new PR time on our fast, flat, and fully paved course!
Race Details
5K Registration
- Prices increase by $5 each month until race day, starting June 1st.
- February 1 – May 31: $50
- June 1: $55
- July 1: $60
- Aug. 1: $65
- Sept. 1: $70
- Race Day (September 21, 2024): $75
Our route for the 2024 Bismarck Marathon will start and finish at the North Dakota State Capital Grounds! Our 5K route features a fully paved course with breathtaking scenery of the historic State Capitol building.
The race starts and finishes right in front of the North Dakota State Capital Building, making for a picture-perfect finish.
Saturday, September 21 – Race Day Schedule
- The 5K presented by SCHEELS starts a 8:30 AM CT.
- The course closes at 10 AM CT.
This schedule is subject to change. The Bismarck Marathon will never change the schedule without notifying its registrants.
5K Awards Information
- The top overall male and female 5K finishers win a marathon blanket.
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.
- Friday, Sept. 20: 12 – 9 PM CT (SCHEELS closes at 9 PM)
- Saturday, Sept. 21: 12-7 PM CT
Packet pick-up is typically located in the East wing of SCHEELS next to Gina’s Cafe and Kirkwood Mall.
The 5K will include one water station on the course. 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.