Nov
7
Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
Saturday, November 7, 2026The Monumental Marathon is an annual marathon, half marathon, and 5K event held in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is recognized as one of the top-rated races in the United States and features a scenic route through downtown Indianapolis, passing local monuments and historic sites.
Nov
7
Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
Saturday, November 7, 2026The Monumental Marathon is an annual marathon, half marathon, and 5K event held in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is recognized as one of the top-rated races in the United States and features a scenic route through downtown Indianapolis, passing local monuments and historic sites.
Entries
Rank
Athlete
VDOT
31
44.54
MB
Melissa B.
Adaptive Trainer
• W38
34
43.31
AR
Alison R.
W39
44
26.42
LS
Lindsay S.
W38
Race Details
Status
Upcoming
Upcoming
Website
Official website
Location
Indianapolis, IN, United States
Date
7 November 2026
Distance
Marathon
VDOT Participants
44 of 207
LK
DB
Avg. VDOT finish times
2:45:01
The Monumental Marathon is an annual marathon, half marathon, and 5K event held in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is recognized as one of the top-rated races in the United States and features a scenic route through downtown Indianapolis, passing local monuments and historic sites.
Course Terrain 
The course is generally flat and fast, winding through downtown Indianapolis, historic neighborhoods, and scenic park areas. Runners pass prominent city landmarks, including the Indiana State Capitol and Soldiers & Sailors Monument.
Elevation Changes
The marathon course is primarily flat with minimal elevation change, making it suitable for runners seeking personal bests. There are a few gentle inclines, but no significant hills.