2025 Grandma’s Weekend Recap: Shannon

This year marked my eighth Grandma’s Marathon—and somehow, it feels like both yesterday and a lifetime ago that I crossed that finish line for the first time back in 2018. […]
Grandma’s Marathon- the best weekend of the year, every year. Even in disappointment.

Goals This year, I came into Grandma’s Marathon with big goals. I was going to run my 8th full marathon with my dad as he crossed the finish line […]
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 […]














































