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Twin Cities Marathon TCM is an annual marathon in the Minneapolis Saint Paul area. 

Twin Cities Marathon race is often dubbed The Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in America. 

Twin Cities Marathon TCM was first run in 1982, and typically takes place during the 

first weekend in October. 

In 2006 Twin Cities Marathon agreed to its first corporate sponsorship. 

The sponsor was Medtronic Inc. 

The official name of Twin Cities Marathon changed in 2006 to Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon MTCM. 

The 2007 Twin Cities Marathon MTCM took place on October 7, celebrating its 26th anniversary.

In addition to Twin Cities Marathon the MTCM has expanded to a full weekend of events providing 

opportunities for runners and wheelers of all ages and abilities. 

Additional events for adults include the Twin Cities Marathon 10 Mile Run and the State Capitol 5 km 

Fun Run Walk. 

Events for children in Twin Cities Marathon now include Kids' One Mile & Half-Mile Fun Runs, Toddler Trot and Diaper Dash. 

In addition, Twin Cities Marathon MTCM sponsors a competitive 1 mile road race, typically held the 

last weekend of April.

The Twin Cities Marathon was ranked as the third most competitive marathon for American runners by 

Running Times magazine.