2026 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon & 10-Mile Application

DATE: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2026

Thank you for your interest in running the 2026 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon and 10 Mile on behalf of the National Brain Tumor Society! We are accepting applications for both runners who will obtain a bib through NBTS and runners who have secured a bib through another source. 

NBTS is evaluating applications based on applicants who have a connection and/or passion to further the NBTS mission, the ability to meet and exceed the individual fundraising commitment for runners obtaining a bib through NBTS, and the ability to safely train for the 26.2 or 10 mile race.

Fundraising Commitments:

• Marathon runners: $1,000
• 10-Mile runners: $750

As a runner, you will receive:

• Official race entry to the 2026 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon or 10 Mile as part of the National Brain Tumor Society’s Gray Nation Endurance Team (for runners obtaining a bib through NBTS)

• A personal fundraising page and fundraising tools
• Communication from NBTS staff throughout your race experience 
• Gray Nation Endurance team swag 

Application and Acceptance Process:
When you’ve completed your application, please email Endurance@braintumor.org to confirm receipt of your application. Once received, an NBTS staff member will reach out to set up a quick call. If accepted, NBTS will notify you by email.