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Grandma's Marathon
Duluth, United States
June 18, 2027 to June 19, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+3
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Running Events in Minnesota
36 verified events (6 confirmed dates) and 135 races in Minnesota with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events366 confirmed dates
Competitions135Races & courses
Distances1 - 164 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,114 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon
Minneapolis, United States
October 16, 2027 to October 17, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km16 km10 km+1
City RunLakes & Ponds+3
Photo: Famartin · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Storm the Farm
Winona, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
43 km30 km21 km10 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
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Zumbro Endurance Run
Kellogg, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
164 km82 km54 km27 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
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Earth Day Run
Saint Cloud, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km1 km
City RunRelay+2
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Med City Marathon
Rochester, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km32 km5 km
Public ParkNature & Off-Road+2
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Lift Bridge Race
Stillwater, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km16 km10 km5 km
City RunFestive
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Jared Anez Eagle Lake Race Series
Willmar, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
Kids & Youth RacesNature & Off-Road+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2027 - Jun 19, 2027 | Grandma's Marathon | Duluth, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2027 - Oct 17, 2027 | Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon | Minneapolis, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km16 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Storm the Farm | Winona, Minnesota, US | Trail Running | 43 km30 km21 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Zumbro Endurance Run | Kellogg, Minnesota, US | Trail Running | 164 km82 km54 km27 km |
| Date to be announced | Earth Day Run | Saint Cloud, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km1 km |
| Date to be announced | Med City Marathon | Rochester, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 42.2 km32 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Lift Bridge Race | Stillwater, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 21.1 km16 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Jared Anez Eagle Lake Race Series | Willmar, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Minneapolis Halloween Run | Minneapolis, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Get in Gear | Saint Paul, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Women Run the Cities | Saint Paul, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 16 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Half-Marathon Stillwater | Stillwater, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Minnesota (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 36 public events and 135 individual races, including 6 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running and Trail Running. Key host locations include Duluth, Minneapolis, Winona, and Kellogg. Notable events in the selection include Grandma's Marathon, Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, and Storm the Farm.
Race distances span from 1 km to 164 km, reaching up to +4,114 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Minnesota includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Minnesota?
RunningCompass currently lists 36 verified events with 135 individual races in Minnesota. A total of 6 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Grandma's Marathon, Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, and Storm the Farm.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Minnesota?
Events in Minnesota focus on Road Running and Trail Running. Course distances range from 1 km entry-level races up to 164 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Duluth, Minneapolis, Winona, and Kellogg.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Minnesota?
The most selective courses in Minnesota climb up to +4,114 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Minnesota?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.