50. Mindener Volkslauf 2026

The Mindener Volkslauf is a 5 km club running event in Minden, organized by SV 1860 Minden e.V. It is the largest event organized by the club's athletics department and one of the largest club events in the city, with over 1,000 runners typically on the start list. The race emphasizes local participation over an elite-only field, attracting club athletes, casual runners, and individuals pursuing personal challenges. The 50th edition coincides with the ten-year anniversary of the merged SV Minden club, featuring additional club activities throughout the year. Recent races have seen well over 1,000 finishers, and organizers anticipate the anniversary edition will draw even more participants.