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CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon

CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon, Indianapolis
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Road runs in United States, Indianapolis

Distances

  • Running

    Marathon

    42.2 km

  • Running

    Half Marathon

    21.1 km

About

A fast, flat in‑town event that draws tens of thousands of runners through downtown Indianapolis and historic neighborhoods. The festival weekend includes a 5K, half marathon, and marathon — all USATF‑certified — with post‑race celebration, expo, and support for local youth programs.

Catering & aid stations

On-course food and drink stations; post‑race celebration with food, drinks, and photo opportunities.

Pacers

Pacemakers are provided for both the half marathon and marathon — see the ‘Renntag für Laufende’ schedule for target times per start wave and look for Pacerflaggen on race morning. Their presence helps runners maintain goal pace from start to finish.

Results

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Surface mix

  • 100% asphalt

Typical weather in Indianapolis

Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).

Jan36°22°
08:05
17:44
Feb40°24°
07:39
18:21
Mar52°34°
07:56
19:52
Apr63°44°
07:07
20:23
May73°55°
06:30
20:53
Jun81°64°
06:17
21:15
Jul84°67°
06:30
21:12
Aug83°66°
06:58
20:42
Sep77°60°
07:27
19:54
Oct65°49°
07:56
19:06
Nov51°37°
07:31
17:30
Dec40°27°
08:00
17:22

Weather data by Open-Meteo

Route maps

What's included in entry

  • Short-sleeve performance race shirt
  • Exclusive finisher beanie
  • Real-time participant tracking via event app
  • One free beverage at the post-race celebration (21+)
  • Post-race celebration with food, drinks, and photo opportunities

FAQ

When does registration open and close?

Online registration opens 12:01 a.m. ET on January 1 and closes at noon ET on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, or when the race sells out.

What is the race day schedule?

Friday, November 6: Monumental Health & Fitness Expo and Packet Pickup all day. Saturday, November 7: Half Marathon starts ~8:00 a.m., Marathon starts ~7:30 a.m., 5K starts ~8:40 a.m. Exact times are confirmed in the event app and weekly schedule.

What’s included in registration?

Short‑sleeve performance race shirt, finisher medal and exclusive finisher beanie, real‑time tracking via the event app, one free beverage at the post‑race celebration (21+), and access to the post‑race celebration with food, drinks, and photo opportunities.

Are there pacemakers?

Yes, pacemakers are provided for the half marathon and marathon. See the Renntag für Laufende target times per start wave and watch for Pacerflaggen on race morning.

Where can I park?

Downtown Indianapolis offers on‑site parking, park‑and‑ride options, and street parking via ParkMobile. Refer to the Parking & Hotel Map and the Race Day Traffic Restriction Map for details.

Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:31:00 AM

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