5K races near Saint Augusta

The STMA Turkey Day 5k is a Thanksgiving Day 5k held in Albertville, Minnesota. It is hosted by the STMA boys and girls cross country teams. The race offers participants a straightforward way to begin the holiday with a short road race before the day's other activities commence. Race listings indicate the event takes place at Central Park in Albertville and also at Middle School West; the precise location might vary by edition. Entry fees contribute to the STMA cross country teams, establishing a strong connection to the local school running program rather than a large, external event.

The Snowflake Shuffle is a 5K held annually in Saint Joseph, Minnesota. The in-person event takes place on a Saturday in early December, while a virtual option is available from mid-November through early December. The in-person race begins at 9:30 a.m. on the campus of the College of Saint Benedict. The virtual race allows participants to cover the same distance remotely. The certified course begins and ends at the College of Saint Benedict, crossing through St. Joseph. All finishers receive a long-sleeved technical shirt. In-person participants can collect their shirts on race day. Virtual runners submit their time and a selfie upon completion. The event embraces the season with Christmas attire encouraged, prize drawings, and hot chocolate provided at the finish line. Awards are presented to the top male and female finishers, as well as to age groups ranging from 19-and-under to 70-and-over. Participants also have the option to combine this race with the Annandale Main Street Mile for discounted entry and combined-time awards.