Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
Indianapolis, USA · First Saturday of November
Flat as Indiana itself, with long straights past the monuments and one of the best pace-group operations in the US. A no-frills, all-speed alternative to the big-city lotteries.
Course
Elevation gain
55 m
Net elevation
Flat
Finishers
~6,000
Month
November
First Saturday of November
Race-day weather
Median start temp
5°C
Historical range
-1–13°C
Hot-year risk
Low
Early November in Indiana is reliably cold at the start — perfect once you're moving.
Getting in
First-come, first-served. Affordable, easy entry, elite-quality organisation — the midwest's PR secret is out. Official site ↗
Pacing plans for Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
Course-adjusted splits for every common goal — not flat even splits, but pacing that matches where this course is fast and where it bites.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon a fast course?
Yes — it is one of the fastest marathon courses in the world. The course has 55 m of total elevation gain and no net drop. We rate it 9/10 for PR potential.
What is the weather usually like at the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon?
The median start-line temperature is around 5°C, with a historical range of roughly -1–13°C. Early November in Indiana is reliably cold at the start — perfect once you're moving.
How do you get into the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon?
First-come, first-served. Affordable, easy entry, elite-quality organisation — the midwest's PR secret is out.
Is the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes — the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon is a certified course accepted by the B.A.A. for Boston qualifying times.