Indianapolis Marathon tracking: How to follow Monumental Marathon 2026 live, check results, course map and start times

The Indianapolis Marathon 2026, officially known as the CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon, is taking place on Saturday, November 7, bringing thousands of runners to downtown Indianapolis.

The 19th annual event features three race categories: the full marathon, half marathon and 5K. Participants from all 50 US states and more than 35 countries are expected to take part.

For spectators, family members and running enthusiasts, Indianapolis marathon tracking is available through the official race app and online results platforms. The event also offers live leaderboards, timing updates and race information to help people follow their favourite runners throughout the competition.

Indianapolis Marathon tracking 2026: How to follow runners live

People looking for Indianapolis marathon tracking can follow participants through the official CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon app, available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

The app allows users to search for runners by their names or bib numbers and follow their progress at timing checkpoints along the course. Spectators can also access race weekend information, schedules and other event updates.

Participants' progress is recorded at timing checkpoints, so tracking updates may not reflect their exact live GPS location and can sometimes be delayed.

Runners and spectators can also check the online results and leaderboard through the race's official website and timing platforms.

• Official event website: Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
• Live tracking and results: Live leaderboard tracker
• Official race app: Beyond Monumental app

The 2026 race is sold out across all three distances, according to organisers.

Monumental Marathon 2026: Start times and race schedule

The Monumental Marathon 2026 began with an opening ceremony at 7:30 am local time in downtown Indianapolis. The full marathon and half marathon started at 8 am, followed by the 5K at 8:40 am.

Here is the race-day schedule:

Event	Start time (ET)
Opening ceremony	7:30 am
Full marathon	8:00 am
Indianapolis half marathon	8:00 am
Monumental 5K	8:40 am
Course closes	3:30 pm

The marathon and half marathon use a rolling wave start, meaning participants' official race times begin when they cross the starting-line timing mats.

Indianapolis Marathon course map 2026: Route and distance

The Indianapolis Marathon course map 2026 features a 26.2-mile route through downtown Indianapolis and several historic neighbourhoods and cultural districts.

The race starts on West Street in downtown Indianapolis. The full marathon route loops through northern Indianapolis, taking runners past Broad Ripple before bringing them back towards the city centre.

All participants finish near Monument Circle and the Indiana Statehouse on East Maryland Street.

The Indianapolis half marathon covers 13.1 miles and shares the full marathon route for approximately the first 7.2 miles before the courses split.

Both courses are known for their relatively flat terrain, making the event popular among runners looking to achieve personal bests and qualify for the Boston Marathon.

Participants and spectators can access the official course maps here:

• Indianapolis Monumental Marathon 26.2-mile course map
• Indianapolis Monumental Half Marathon 13.1-mile course map

Indianapolis Marathon 2026 road closures: What drivers need to know

The annual event has also brought traffic restrictions across downtown Indianapolis.

Road closures began at 5 am on November 7. West Street and South Missouri Street near the starting line were scheduled to remain closed until 10 am, with limited southbound access to West Street.

West Washington Street and North Capitol Avenue near the finish lines were scheduled to remain closed from 5 am until 5:30 pm.

Other restrictions overlap throughout the day as runners move through the city. Interstates 65 and 70 remain open, but drivers have been advised to plan their journeys and allow extra time for parking.

Spectators travelling to Riverside Park to cheer runners around mile 20 have been encouraged to use Interstate 65 North. The course is scheduled to close at 3:30 pm, with road closures expected to end by 5:30 pm.

Indianapolis Marathon 2026: What to expect

The 19th edition of the CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon has attracted runners from across the United States and more than 35 countries.

The event features elite athletes, recreational runners and charity participants competing across three distances. With a flat course, a downtown start and finish, and thousands of participants, it remains an important event on the American running calendar.

For those unable to attend in person, the official event app and online leaderboards provide ways to follow participants, check timing updates and view race results.