Running Races in Minnesota
Minnesota has 239 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 201 of 239 races (84%) take place between May and September, with July (81 events) the busiest month. No single city dominates the calendar. Minneapolis leads with 30 races, followed by Duluth (19), Rochester (11), and Stillwater (7). The remaining 72% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Running races by month in Minnesota
Jul (81) · Aug (45) · Jun (42) · Sep (30) · Oct (15) · Nov (8) · Dec (6) · Jan (3) · May (3) · Feb (2) · Mar (2) · Apr (2)
Notable Minnesota events
- Grandma's Marathon — Duluth, June 15 — full marathon (Boston-qualifier course)
- Bound for Boston Marathon & Half — Maple Grove, August 16 — Boston-qualifier marathon and half marathon
- Twin Cities Marathon — Minneapolis, October 4 — full marathon
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SHORT SHORTS 5K @ Swing Barrel
Moorhead, MN
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SHORT SHORTS 5K @ Swing Barrel
June 13, 2026
Moorhead, MN
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Unified 5K - Twin Cities
Saint Paul, MN
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Unified 5K - Twin Cities
June 19, 2026
Saint Paul, MN
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Mountain Lake Road Race and Fitness Walk
Mountain Lake, MN
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Mountain Lake Road Race and Fitness Walk
June 21, 2026
Mountain Lake, MN
Running Races in Nearby States
Frequently asked questions
How do I find running races near me?▾
Enter your zip code on RACE or use the location-based pages at /marathons-near-me, /half-marathons-near-me, /10k-near-me, or /5k-near-me. We show every upcoming running event within your selected radius, sorted by distance from you.
What's the most popular running distance in the US?▾
By a wide margin, the 5K. The half marathon is the most popular distance over 10 miles. Each distance has its own hub on RACE — /5k-races, /10k-races, /half-marathons, /marathons — with live event counts and state-by-state breakdowns.
When is running race season in the US?▾
June is the single busiest month for running events. The June–October stretch carries roughly 70% of the year’s running calendar. December through March is the quietest period — most regions don’t publish next year’s spring races until late winter, so the calendar grows back as race directors finalize dates.
Which states have the most running races?▾
Ohio, Florida, Texas, Michigan, and California lead the country in upcoming running event volume. Every state hosts dozens of upcoming races — including smaller states like Wyoming, Vermont, and North Dakota. The "Browse by state" grid on this page links to a dedicated running hub for every state.
How do I register for a running race?▾
For RACE-native events, you can register and pay on this site. For events hosted on external platforms (RunSignUp, RaceRoster, and similar), we link you directly to the official registration page. Either way, you find the race here.