Opportunities & Exposure

In 2010, the inaugural Mankato Marathon took Mankato by storm. We had overwhelming community support and an amazing 2,200 runners in our first year. In 2013, our numbers grew to nearly 5,000 runners from 30 states and our race started to evolve with unique additions like our Cheer Zones and the Sport Psych Team—the first in the nation.

We want to keep this momentum as we approach another year. That’s where you come in. We’re looking for great sponsors like you to help support this incredible event. As a sponsor, you’ll be associated with a premiere event that is receiving attention from participants all over the country. You can be proud about supporting the Mankato Marathon, which is an event that promotes good health and benefits our community.

Exposure Opportunities

Scheels Wellness Expo Booth

As a supplier and partner in the running industry, the Mankato Marathon will be the perfect opportunity for your company to gain exposure to a target audience. The Scheels Wellness Expo is a free event and open to the public. Check in and registration for all runners is located in the expo. It has something for anyone with an interest in sports and fitness products, running gear, health and nutritional products, recreational activities, and service organizations. Booths are first-come, first-serve. Space is limited!

Contact Mankato Marathon at 507-385-6640 or marathon@visitmankatomn.com for more information.

Download the Expo Booth form HERE

Runner Goodie Table

The Mankato Marathon Runner Goodies is an excellent way to get information in the hands of potential customers. It is extremely cost effective too! The Mankato Marathon will provide race bags for all runners and a goodie table for them to grab what they would like to stuff into their bag. Items could include a flyer, coupon or product sample.

Contact Mankato Marathon at 507-385-6640 or marathon@visitmankatomn.com for more information.

Water Stop Sponsor

Get right on the race route where thousands of runners will stop for a drink! We have water stop sponsorship opportunities on the 10K, Half & Full Marathon routes.

Contact Mankato Marathon at 507-385-6640 or marathon@visitmankatomn.com for more information.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Contact Joy Leafblad at 507-385-6663 or jleafblad@visitmankatomn.com for more information.