Run Minnesota

ALS SuperHero 5K/10K Dash
2025-05-18 08:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
The ALS SuperHero Dash is a certified, chip-timed 5K/10K race and fundraiser supporting The ALS Association. Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to suit up and join the fight against ALS.
Proceeds from the event fund critical ALS research, provide care services for individuals and families affected by the disease, and drive advocacy efforts to improve lives.
Whether you run, walk, or dash, your participation helps bring us closer to a world without ALS. Form a team, fundraise, and make a heroic impact!

Apple Relay Marathon
2025-05-18 07:00 - 12:00
Join the fun at the Apple Relay Marathon, part of the Apple Multisport Festival! Teams of 2 or 4 can tackle either the Half or Full Marathon distance by taking turns on a 5K course. While one teammate runs, others can relax, recharge, and enjoy the relay exchange area. Bring a tent, chairs, snacks, and music to make it a great day out! Choose your distance and sign up today as a two- or four-person team. Learn more and register at https://activecentralmn.org/events/apple-multisport-festival/.

Wild Mountain Winery Wine Run 5k
2025-05-17 09:00 - 17:00
Like Running or Walking? Love Wine? This race is for you!
Join us on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 9:00am and 10:30am (you will select a start time during registration ) for an exciting annual event that features the amazing scenery and landscape of Wild Mountain Winery! Wild Mountain Winery is one of Minnesota’s premier wineries. Wild Mountain Winery is located on one of the highest points in Chisago County. Experience picturesque views while enjoying award winning wine. Whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the wine this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com.
Registration Includes:
T-shirt: Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt included!
Wine Glass: Shatterproof, Collapsible, and Portable!
Finisher Medal: Wine Glass Shaped Medal!
Race Bib: Chip timed 5k run/walk
Results Posted Online
…and of course, a pour of wine!

PNC Women On The Run
2025-05-17 08:30 - 13:00
When we run as women, we don’t just move forward. We bring the energy. We defy the cliché. We question the expected. Miles don’t matter—it’s the feeling that counts. Whether it’s high-fiving a new mom as she crosses the finish line or cheering along a friend you met on the course, the power we generate is bigger than any runner’s high. It’s the power to redraw the map, and fuel us past any finish line, together. So join us and find your place with people who make you bloom.
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Women.
We run the cities.

Madeline Island Marathon and Half Marathon
2025-05-17 | Joni’s Beach on Madeline Island, La Pointe, WI, La Pointe, WI, 54850
​Madeline Island Marathon and Half Marathon will take place on May 17, 2025 at 8:30 am CDT.
We recommend that all runners arrive on the island on Friday, May 16, 2025 and stay for the weekend. Lodging and Camping options are available on Madeline Island and Bayfield, WI please reference our website for links on lodging. Registration for the 2025 races will be limited to 150 in the full and 350 in the half. We expect both races to fill to capacity. Courses are loop (start/finish in same location) with one section of out and back in each race. Courses are mostly pavement with a section of packed gravel road in each race. The courses are fast, flat and scenic. The courses are both USATF certified and the full is a Boston Qualifier. Lakeside post- race party with awards, music and fun! Join us on Madeline Island!

Minds on the Run 5K
2025-05-04 13:00 - 15:00
Join us for Minds on the Run, Minds Matter Twin Cities’ annual 5K fun run! Lace up your running shoes and hit the scenic trails of Bde Maka Ska on May 4 at 1 PM. Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, this event is a fun way to support our mission of empowering high-achieving, under-resourced students on their path to college success. Sign up today and be part of the movement!

Door County Half Marathon
2025-05-03 10:00 - 14:30
The Door County Half Marathon is a scenic, USATF-certified race held annually in Peninsula State Park, Wisconsin. The race is run on an entirely closed-course route with breathtaking views of Lake Michigan. Participants enjoy race perks like a high-quality race shirt, finisher’s medal, post-run celebrations, and free shuttle services. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this event provides an unforgettable way to experience the natural beauty of Door County.

Run Minnesota on Wirth Park Trails
2025-05-03 08:00 - 11:00
Join us in a family fun-run trail event at Theodore Wirth Park nearby Quaking Bog Area
Starts:
8:00 AM Trail Kids 1/4 Mile: 1 loop – 1/2 mile: 2 loops
8:15 AM Trail Adults 4 Mile: 4 loops

The Willow 10 and 20-miler
2025-05-03 07:00 - 12:00 | Willow River State Park
Join us for the Willow Trail Race, where you can choose a ten-mile or twenty-mile course! The twenty-mile race begins at 7:00 a.m. and consists of two loops through Willow River State Park, while the ten-mile race starts at 8:00 a.m. and consists of one loop. The course will take you on a grass and gravel trail through the beautiful Willow River State Park, with diverse terrains and breathtaking views to keep you motivated throughout the race. Whether you are an experienced runner or a beginner, this is an excellent opportunity to challenge yourself and experience the park’s beauty. We hope to see you there!

Little Canada 5K Sap Run
2025-05-03 07:00 - 10:00
Just as the maple sap runs after the long winter gives way to spring warmth, runners can also get out and run in the sun at the Little Canada 5K Sap Run around beautiful Gervais Lake on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Little Canada’s logo includes a maple leaf, which was the inspiration for this spring race. Join us for a competitive race or a fun run/walk and start the spring off on the right foot.

Maple Syrup Fun Run & Pancake Breakfast
2025-05-03 06:00 - 15:00
The Maple Syrup Fun Run & Pancake Breakfast is held at River Bend Nature Center, Faribault, MN the first Saturday of May, every year since 2008. This year, we celebrate our 17th year of fun runs and delicious pancake breakfast served with maple syrup made from River Bend’s maple trees. We offer 1 mile run/walk, 5K, 10K, 25K and 50K distances with chip timing by Anderson Race Management. The course winds through prairie, wetlands, and woodlands with varying substrates that include grass, dirt, gravel, and the occasional tree root, dip or bump in the ground. We’ve had many remarks from past runners saying how much they enjoy running through nature and how easy of a course it is. It’s great practice for your next marathon or race!
We provide personal item storage managed by volunteers, water stations throughout the course, snacks for long distance runners, volunteers to track long distance runners, on-site ambulance and fitness trainers. Guaranteed Free t-shirt with registration through April 13th, after that, first-come-first-serve. Online registration closes Wednesday, April 30th. We accept same-day registrations, Saturday, May 3rd. Free pancake breakfast is included in your registration.
25K & 50K Check In 6:00 am – 6:45 am
Race Starts at 7:00 am
10K, 5K, One Mile Check-in 7:30 am – 8:15 am
5K & 10K Starts at 8:30 am
One mile walk/run starts at 8:40 am – Not chip timed
Pancake Brunch Starts at 9:00 am for runners & their spectators, 10:00 am for public
Off-Site Event Parking Located at 100 State Ave, Faribault, MN 55021 – Allina Health Parking Lot
25K & 50K can park at the nature center, all other participants and spectators please park at Allina.
Visit our website for more details, maps and to register: www.rbnc.org/fun-run
Early Bird registration runs through March 31, 2025
Register online or in-person, we accept cash, checks or credit cards.

May Day 5k
2025-05-01 18:00 - 19:30
Celebrate the spring flowers and warm weather by running the annual May Day 5k sporting your flower lei! Join fellow athletes around the May Pole to celebrate the first day of May. This flat and fast 5k is sure to get you warmed up for the 2024 season! All ages and abilities welcome.

5k for Mental Health Awareness
2025-04-26 09:00 - 10:00
About:
The 5K for Mental Health Awareness, co-hosted by Central Lakes College and Crow Wing Energized, aims to highlight the importance of mental health in the community. Proceeds from the event are directed toward local mental health organizations or nonprofits, as well as CLC programs such as the Food Pantry and the Random Acts of Kindness Program, which offer crucial support to students facing emergencies. This initiative fosters awareness while providing tangible support to those in need.
The 2025 event:
Mark your calendar for the 4th annual 5K for Mental Health Awareness on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 9 a.m. Proceeds will support the Sharing Bread Soup Kitchen and the Central Lakes College Food Pantry, making a difference in our community.
The race begins and ends at the CLC Brainerd campus and features a community resource fair, showcasing local mental health support and services. Join us to promote awareness and action for mental health!
Register Here
runnersRegistration Information:
– 5k Run or 1 Mile Walk: $25 through December 15 and $30 through April 24; Race day $35
– Student pricing (5th-12th Grade and CLC students) 5k Run or 1 Mile Walk: $10 through April 24; Race day $15
– 5k Run or 1 Mile Walk WITHOUT a shirt: $20
– Kids 10 and under free (No shirt included)
– Shirt only: $15
Schedule:
– Packet pickup will be available from 3:30-5pm on Friday, April 25 at Central Lakes College. Or, pick it up Saturday morning, April 26th starting at 7:30 am.
– 5k run will start at 9am, with the 1 mile walk to immediately follow
-Race awards start at about 10am. Awards go to top male, top female and the overall nonbinary racer. All participants will receive a finisher sticker to commemorate participation.
Age Groups:
10 & Under
11-18
19-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70 & Over
Results – Find your Results Here after the race
View your photos here after the race

Victory 5K
2025-04-26 09:00 - 10:00
The VCA Victory 5K is a run/walk family-friendly, community event that is also a certified and sanctioned USATF race. The weekend also includes a pasta feed and a free kids run. The Victory 5K race will provide chip timing, and each pre-registered participant will be guaranteed this year’s race shirt and medal. See our website for full details on registration, route information, awards categories for individuals and teams, and more!
VCA aspires to make a positive impact on our community. As part of this mission, VCA has committed to donating a percentage of race proceeds to Project Care Free Clinic in Hibbing. Project Care provides free, basic health care services to those who are underinsured or uninsured in our area.
Both Project Care and VCA are 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations aimed at serving well those who walk through their doors. By teaming up to organize and run this premier 5K event on the Iron Range, both organizations can be equipped financially to better serve our people. Sign up today to support these great causes and run with a great race!

Campwannarun
2025-04-26 08:00 - 17:00
Register to run the certified half marathon, 11k, or 5k course live around beautiful Bald Eagle Lake. The courses for this race are simply gorgeous and the certified half marathon course is a great training run to prep for any marathon, or to establish an early corral placement for the Twin Cities Marathon. Awards ceremony and pancake breakfast included in registration.

Get in Gear
2025-04-26 08:00 - 13:00
Celebrate Minnesota’s Annual Rite of Spring
Where fitness journeys begin, major strides are made, lifetime goals come true—and kids run free!
Get in Gear 5K, 10K & Medtronic Half Marathon
Old Dutch Little Chippers Sprocket Scamper

Anoka County 4-H Clover Dash 5K & 2-Mile Walk
2025-04-26 08:00 - 12:00
Anoka County 4-H is hosting our annual 4-H Clover Dash 5K and 2-mile walk fundraiser and silent auction. Run or walk to support this fundraiser for Anoka County 4-H! Funds will support healthy living programs, community service projects and scholarships for youth. We also have a virtual option for those who want to participate on their own or don’t live in the area.
Don’t want to run/walk or can’t make the event? That’s okay! You can still support Anoka County 4-H by checking out the many wonderful items on our online silent auction. We have collectibles, food & drinks, golfing excursions, entertainment, home & lawn décor, getaways, and more! There is truly something for everybody in our auction. Best of all, you can bid from anywhere using just your phone!
We also give out awards and awesome door prizes at the event. This is a 4-H event you and your family don’t want to miss!

Lace 'Em & Race 'Em 5k & 7k Series
2025-04-06 07:30 - 10:00
Are you ready to test your best?
This race series is a must for your 2025 season!! 5 races, 1 course, so you know exactly what to expect! Medals for all participants and a grand prize for the one who has the most improved time through the series!
Information about the Race Series:
Choices: 5k or 7k
Objective: Aim to win the series by showing the most improved time from race 1 to race 5
Benefits: Racers are awarded medals after each race and get to savor Vicki’s renowned brownies and other treats

Run Clinic
2025-03-15 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-01-18 11:00 - 12:30
Join Vicki Ostendorf, 6-time Ironman Finisher & Kona Qualifier (owner of TriFitness & Rocket Racing) for this run clinic suitable for all run levels. Coach Vicki will give you the tools you need to literally be able to feel and measure the difference of your run performance. If you’re a beginner, this clinic is great for developing a strong foundation upon which you can build. If you’re an intermediate/advanced runner, this clinic can help you refine your skills and provide you with tips and techniques you can incorporate immediately to improve your run performance…all while staying injury free!
Space is limited! Register NOW for this Twin Cities running event!
When:​
SATURDAY, 1.18 & 3.15
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Where: YWCA St Paul
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Who: Anyone looking to improve their run economy and identify ways to prevent injuries. Runners of all experience levels WILL benefit from learning what to do in their on and off-season. This is also great for those wondering how to get started! Let’s go!
Coach Vicki will cover topics such as:
Footwear
Run metrics
Run mechanics
Functional training
Periodization
Pre/Post run routine
Stretching- how, when?
Plyometrics
Race strategy
Hydration/nutrition
Data driven training
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What to bring with you:
An open mind & eagerness to learn from the best!
Water bottle
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Mankato Marathon
2024-10-18 16:00 - 2024-10-19 16:00, 2024-10-18 08:00 - 17:00
he Mankato Marathon, presented by Mayo Clinic Health System, showcases beautiful dynamic courses and determined runners. Our courses are the perfect blend of Mankato’s scenic trails and urban landscape, highlighting the beautiful Minnesota River Valley. From Kids races to the Full Marathon and plenty of fun in between, we have a race for everyone!
Don’t miss out on the Pork Power Bacon 5K and the Monarch Healthcare Management 10K. Known for exceptional course support including Meds on Bikes and Sport Psych Team, you are sure to be motivated from start to finish.
Kato Up for the Kato Challenges with the Mini-Kato (5k+10K), Mighty-Kato (5k+Half) and the Mega-Kato (5k+Full)
Registration opens December 1st, 2023 for this exceptional race on October 18-19,2024.

Osseo Lions Roar 5k
2024-09-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-07 08:00 - 17:00
Are you looking for an event this fall that’s a flat, fast and fun local race supporting the newest generation of young runners? If so, we hope you will join us for this year’s Osseo Lions Roar 5k on Saturday, September 7!
The course starts at the Osseo High Senior High School track, continues through residential Osseo and finishes along beautiful Central Ave. The Osseo Cross Country team will marshall the course & cheer on runners throughout the event.
The race is chip timed and results are posted online. Medals and prizes (including $100 gift certificates to TC Running for top male and female finishers in each age group) are awarded at the finish.
All proceeds go directly to the Osseo Cross Country program. Please visit our website for registration: https://www.osseolionsroar5k.com/
We hope to see you there!

Track Thursday - Murray Dirt Track
2024-08-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-08-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-08-15 18:00 - 19:00
Thursdays, June 27 – August 29, 2024

6:00 P.M.

Washington Technology Magnet – 1495 Rice St, St Paul, MN 55117

June 27th
July 11th
July 18th
July 25th
August 1st
August 8th

Murray Middle School – 1499 N Brompton St, St. Paul, MN 55108

Aug 15th
Aug 22nd
Aug 29th

Run Minnesota coaches lead a group warmup and interval workout every Thursday in the summer. You don’t have to be fast; any level runner will benefit from a track session!
This is a welcoming, inclusive group of runners and a challenging workout for all paces.
Join Thursday Group Runs on Facebook

1. We meet every Thursday from 6-7 p.m. in the summer when school is out and tracks are available.

2.. All paces are welcome!

3. Coaches lead the group warmup and provide instruction for each week’s interval workout.

4. All runs will be unsupported. You are responsible for your water/sports drink/food pre-run, mid-run, and post-run.

A bit on Track Etiquette

• Warm up/cool down/recover in the outer lanes clockwise
• Run workouts counterclockwise in the inner lane
• Faster runners pass on the right. Don’t worry about getting passed!
• Don’t change lanes quickly without communication.
• After your interval, ensure no one is coming up behind you before stopping or moving off the track to the inside.

Track Thursday - Washington Technology Magnet
2024-08-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-08-01 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-07-25 18:00 - 19:00
