2025 Grandma’s Weekend Recap: Carrie Alajoki
New Race, Same Love for Duluth This was the first time in thirteen years that I didn’t run the half marathon at Grandma’s—well, except for that one time I […]
2025 Grandma’s Race Weekend Recap- Norris
A weekend of firsts! Even though this was my eighth Grandma’s weekend, there were so many firsts for me that made it feel like it was my first time. […]
Three Years at Grandma’s, Eleven Marathons In: Still Chasing Boston, Still Fighting for Redemption
Grandma’s Marathon isn’t just a race.It’s a place where everyone belongs. As a Deaf marathoner, I’ve experienced firsthand how powerful true inclusion can be. Whether you’re chasing a personal best […]
Delayed in Duluth – Great Grandma’s Challenge 2025- Angie Maske Berka
It was finally time to set out for Duluth, MN for Grandma’s Marathon weekend. My husband, Josh and I left Thursday morning for the almost seven hour drive. It was […]
2025 Grandma’s Race Weekend Recap- Tanya
I ran my first ever Grandma’s marathon weekend event in 2015. Since then, I’ve experienced everything on race day from steady rain, to the dreaded black flag. This year’s race […]
Presence Over Perfection: A Grandma’s Marathon Weekend Story
And just like that, another Grandma’s Marathon weekend is in the books — and somehow, each year finds a way to feel even more meaningful than the last. This was […]
Exploring Duluth’s Parks
Exploring Duluth’s Parks When you visit Duluth for Grandma’s Marathon, you can’t miss the main attraction — Lake Superior, but just a few blocks from the lake are some not-so-hidden […]
Things To Do in the Twin Ports
So, you’ve crossed the finish line, savored that post-race beverage, joined the celebration down at Bayfront Park, and taken the well-deserved nap. Now it’s time to explore what else this […]
Best & Worst Running Advice
Running can be intimidating for the beginner or the seasoned veteran. Recreational runners and professional pacesetters alike all face common challenges, but the answers are found through trial and error. […]
Lessons from Ultra Culture
When I got to the top of the hill, I was crushed. This was supposed to be a race—a run—and every last one of us had spent the last half […]