Running Races in Minnesota
Minnesota has 203 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 159 of 203 races (78%) take place between May and September, with August (63 events) the busiest month. No single city dominates the calendar. Minneapolis leads with 27 races, followed by Duluth (12), Rochester (12), and Stillwater (7). The remaining 71% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Running races by month in Minnesota
Aug (63) · Jul (47) · Sep (44) · Oct (19) · Nov (9) · Dec (7) · May (5) · Jan (3) · Feb (2) · Mar (2) · Apr (2)
Notable Minnesota events
- 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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Heatwave Half Marathon - Rochester
Rochester, MN
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Heatwave Half Marathon - Rochester
July 18, 2026
Rochester, MN
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Clearwater Forest Advenutre-A-Thon
Deerwood, MN
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Clearwater Forest Advenutre-A-Thon
July 19, 2026
Deerwood, MN
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2026 in the Stix Bigfork Wilderness Days 5k
Bigfork, MN
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2026 in the Stix Bigfork Wilderness Days 5k
July 19, 2026
Bigfork, 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.