Course Connection March 2026
Posted on Mar 13, 2026, by Nieko Giuliani
Thinking about the Full or Half Marathon? Now is the time to commit.
Registration prices for the Full and Half Marathon increase April 1.
Here’s what you can expect:
- Welcoming volunteers every step of the way
- Official event shirt & finisher’s medal
- FREE Pacing Teams to help you chase your goal time
- An energizing course including cheer teams, DJs, themed hydration stations and community supporters.
- A well-organized, Boston qualifying course.
Make your commitment and lock in the lower price today.
Make the Call. Plan Your Fall.
Now’s the time to lock in your race weekend plans.
Partner With Us
Looking for a unique way to share your brand with thousands of participants and spectators?
Consider becoming a Mile Marker Sponsor.
Your company logo can be featured on a mile marker along the course—giving your brand visibility to runners, volunteers, and cheering spectators throughout race day.
It’s a fun, memorable way to make your mark on the course.
We Want Your Vote!
Best Full Marathon
Our Full Marathon has been nominated for Best Marathons on FindMyMarathon.org—an incredible honor that reflects the strength of our participants, volunteers, and community.
Now, we need your help to take the next step by casting your vote – it’s quick and easy and only takes a few clicks.
Thank you in advance for your support. Voting closes April 15th.
Legacy Runner Club
It began in 1991 with the very first Fox Cities Marathon. No one was thinking about legacies—they were simply showing up, lacing up, and having fun.
But year after year, mile after mile, something remarkable happened.
A small group of dedicated runners never missed the start line. Through changing seasons, life milestones, and decades of memories, they kept coming back. Today, they are known as Legacy Runners—a living connection to the heart and history of the race.
MEET LEGACY RUNNER: Mike Jovanovich
With 120 marathons and 50 Ironman finishes, Neenah’s Mike Jovanovich is a local legend. But for this Community First Fox Cities Marathon Legacy Runner, the miles aren’t about the medals, they’re about the people.
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
Miron Construction
Miron Construction continues to “think big and dig deep,” both at work and within the community.
We are proud to welcome Miron Construction back as the Presenting Sponsor of the Community First Fox Cities Marathon. Known for bringing their clients’ visions to life, Miron Construction helps bring the dreams of our participants to the starting line and beyond.
Thank you for continuing to build something incredible with us.
Event Spotlight: ThedaCare Half Marathon
The Thedacare Half Marathon is a runner favorite—and for good reason.
The course features:
- Three miles of scenic paved trails
- A crossing over the Trestle Trail Bridge, the longest pedestrian bridge in Wisconsin
- Rejoining the marathon course at Mile 9, bringing the full energy of race day all the way to the finish
Participants enjoy:
- Hydration stations and GU energy support
- Convenient porta potties along the course
- Incredible motivation from volunteers and community cheering sections
- Plus, keep an eye out for the Shout Out Board—a giant LED display where friends and family can send personalized video messages to help power you to the finish line
Community Impact: Appleton Fire Department
The Community First Fox Cities Marathon is proud to support organizations that strengthen our community, including the City of Appleton Fire Department.
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