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Upcoming 10K races near Minneapolis
This week 2
4JUL
Run · road · 10K
Stars and Strides Minneapolis
Minneapolis · 7 km away
4JUL
Run · road · 10K
Stars and Strides
Minneapolis
JUL 4
11JUL
Run · road · 10K
Heatwave Half Marathon - St. Paul
St. Paul · 10 km away
11JUL
Run · road · 10K
Willow River Run
New Richmond · 59 km away
11JUL
Run · road · 10K
Mille Lacs Area Fun Run
Isle · 67 km away
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25JUL
Run · road · 10K
Run Stillwater Race Series
Stillwater · 37 km away
AUG 3
1AUG
Run · road · 10K
2026 Stride to SAVE Lives 5k/10k
Minneapolis · 7 km away
8AUG
Run · road · 10K
Summer Sizzler- St. Paul
Lake Elmo · 28 km away
29AUG
Run · trail · 10K
Mindy Creek Trail Races
St. Croix Falls · 68 km away
SEP 8
5SEP
Run · trail · 10K
Ravine Trail Run 5k / 10K
Cottage Grove · 33 km away
7SEP
Run · road · 10K
Victory Races
Minneapolis · 8 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 10K
Elm Creek Half Marathon & 10K
Maple Grove · 19 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 10K
Luce Line Brew Co Run Beer Run
Plymouth · 16 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 10K
Thumbs Up 13th Annual 5K & 10K Run/Walk/Bike
Elk River · 45 km away
19SEP
Run · trail · 10K
Loppet Field Day and Trail Loppet
Minneapolis · 5 km away
26SEP
Run · trail · 10K
O'Brien Trail Races
Marine on St Croix · 48 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 10K
We Walk! Marathon
Mayer · 50 km away
Minneapolis · 80 km
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Recurring 10K races near Minneapolis
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend
The 45th edition of this event offers a celebrated urban journey, beginning in Minneapolis and culminating in Saint Paul. It’s widely regarded as "the best weekend of the year" for its festive atmosphere and the unique opportunity to run through the heart of both Minnesota cities. This established race draws a large community of runners each autumn.
With over 10,000 participants, the course provides a distinct experience, winding through the varied landscapes that connect Minneapolis to Saint Paul. Runners navigate city streets and scenic stretches, experiencing the energy of the Twin Cities from start to finish. The race culminates in Saint Paul, delivering a memorable conclusion to this anticipated annual event.
Night Owl 5k, 10k and the 6 hour shuffle
Spooky Sprint- St. Paul
Spooky Sprint St. Paul offers multiple running distances on Halloween: 5K, 10K, half marathon, 1 mile, and a Kid's Dash for children 10 and under. The 5K, 10K, and half marathon are chip-timed with live results and awards. The 1 mile and Kid's Dash are untimed, providing shorter, less pressured options.
The event emphasizes family participation. Participants receive a designer shirt, custom medal, bib, free photos, and finish line treats. Kid's Dash entries include a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specific medal. Youth pricing is available for the 5K and 10K. Children can join the dash for free on race day without receiving swag. A virtual option allows participation from any location while still receiving event gear.
The Mill Towns Race Series
The Mill Towns Race Series begins and ends in Memorial Park in Dundas, Minnesota, offering marathon, half marathon, and 10K distances on an October Sunday. All three races are chip-timed, and the marathon course is certified for Boston Marathon qualification. The event is designed for runners seeking a simple race day: parking, bib pickup, start, finish, food, medals, and pre- and post-race activities are all located within the park.
The course is flat and looped, following the Cannon River between Dundas and Northfield through a route bordered by trees. The 10K completes one loop, the half marathon completes two, and the marathon completes four. This means runners traverse the same sections multiple times rather than a point-to-point course. The series is USATF sanctioned, with the marathon and half marathon courses certified as MN24023MAB. Packet pickup is available before race day and on race morning. Shirts are an optional add-on during registration.
Turkey Trails- St. Paul
Turkey Trails St. Paul is a Thanksgiving-themed running event held at Como Regional Park in St. Paul, Minnesota, offering distances suitable for most participants. Runners can select from a half marathon, 10K, 5K, or 1 mile. Younger children have a Kids Dash option for ages 10 and under. The 1 mile and Kids Dash are untimed events. The 5K, 10K, and half marathon utilize chip timing, providing live results and awards.
The event is designed to be family-friendly, with youth pricing available for the 5K and 10K. Children can participate in the Kids Dash without charge if they forgo the event merchandise. Most registrations include a custom bib, a designed shirt, and a finisher medal. Participants in the Kids Dash receive a mini bib, a youth shirt, and a medal designed for children. All finishers are provided with complimentary race photos and refreshments at the finish line. A virtual participation option is also available, allowing individuals to run at their own location while still receiving the event's merchandise.
SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run Minneapolis
Candy Cane Course- St. Paul
The Candy Cane Course St. Paul is a Christmas-themed running event in St. Paul offering multiple distances: 5K, 10K, 15K, 1 Mile, Kids Dash, and a virtual option. It is designed for families and regular runners alike, featuring youth pricing for the 5K and 10K and an untimed Kids Dash for children age 10 and under.
The timed races provide chip timing, live results, and awards. The 1 Mile and Kids Dash are untimed for a relaxed experience. In-person participants receive race items including a custom bib, designer shirt, and finisher medal. The Kids Dash also includes a mini bib and youth-sized shirt. Finish-line treats and complimentary photos enhance the holiday atmosphere. The virtual race allows participation from any location while still receiving event items.
Reindeer Run Minneapolis
The Reindeer Run Minneapolis takes runners around Lake Harriet during the Christmas season, offering 5K, 10K, and 15K distances, along with a 0.4-mile children's run. This holiday road race incorporates costumes, attracting participants in festive attire, families, walkers in the 5K, and runners aiming for age-group awards. The event has been a fixture in Minnesota running since 1987.
The course is set around Lake Harriet, with the longer races beginning before the 5K to accommodate the 15K's 12-minute-per-mile pace requirement. The event embraces the holiday spirit through photos with Mr. and Mrs. Claus and Rudolph, complimentary hot chocolate and coffee provided by the Salvation Army, a race-day kettle for donations, and a toy drive for new, unwrapped gifts. Participants who finish receive a medal, and single-wide strollers are permitted in the 5K only.
Looking for something else near Minneapolis?
Other races in the next 90 days
JUL 431 km away
cycling
Great Scott Classic Bike Ride
JUL 514 km away
cycling
Ride Hiawatha
JUL 1221 km away
cycling
Minnesota Sunday Series - Race 5
JUL 1859 km away
cycling
Tour de SAVE 2026
JUL 2532 km away
swimming
2026 U.S. Masters Swimming Open Water Middle Distance National Championships: Square Lake 2 Mile Swim
JUL 2653 km away
triathlon
Chisago Lakes Triathlon
AUG 155 km away
triathlon
Big Lake Graniteman Triathlon
AUG 9
triathlon
YWCA Minneapolis Women's Triathlon
About 10K races in Minneapolis
Minneapolis Training Notes
Minneapolis hosts 25 10K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Locals run the lakes because the miles come easy there. You can run 1 mile when you just need a clean lap. The loop is 6 miles, and the Cedar Lake Trail can stretch a run 7-8 miles out. Mill City Running, Calhoun Beach Running Club, Run Minnesota, November Project MPLS, Mpls Run Club, and Camden Running Club keep the week moving. Stars and Strides Minneapolis, Victory Races, the Twin Cities Pride Rainbow Run, and Loppet Field Day and Trail Loppet are the anchor events I would keep circled.
The city rides flatter than it looks on a map, but the bike network is real. 5 car-free miles like a highway for bikes. bike promotes group rides, races, bike polo, alley cats, and general bike revelry, while Midtown Cycling Club, Sociable Cider Werks, and NOW Bikes & Fitness keep rides rolling. The climbs live outside town, especially on Hills out of Prescott, where six big climbs hit within the first 30 miles.
Spring, summer, and fall are the best months because the paths are open, the lakes are busy, and base miles feel simple. Summer brings hot, humid days, and Minneapolis has recorded highs reaching 41°C, so locals run early, ride late, and keep intervals short when the air feels heavy. Winter changes the kit more than the attitude. The city plows bike paths, and locals ride Minnehaha Parkway, the lakes, the Greenway, and Mississippi River Road with studs when ice patches show up. Runners move to cleared paths, adjust start times with daylight, and keep the steady Z2 work going when the snow piles up.