The Lincoln marathon and half marathon, attracts more than 2,000 participants from all over the nation. The marathon is a National Guard trial event and has grown into a weekend of fun for marathoners, families, friends and Nebraska's Capital City. The starting gun for the marathon and half marathon fires at 7 am on the first Sunday in May. Related activities include the Mayor's Run, which is a one-mile run for children attracting approximately 2,000 youth and held the day before the marathon, a Health Expo and a pasta dinner sponsored by area businesses. The awards ceremonies begin at 1 pm at the Field House on the University of Nebraska downtown campus at the conclusion of the race.
All events are free and open to the public.