Madelia Health Foundation 5K/1M Run/Walk 2026

Stride for Strength is a community 5K run and 1-mile walk held at 423 Dill Avenue Southwest in Madelia, Minnesota, with a Kids Fun Run following the main events. The timed 5K begins first, with the untimed mile walk starting ten minutes later. The kids' run is for participants 10 and under. This annual Madelia Health Foundation event takes place during the Madelia Park Days Celebration, positioning it within the local festival and fundraiser category rather than a destination race. Participants seeking a timed race can opt for the 5K, while walkers and families may prefer the casual 1-mile option. The event welcomes all fitness levels, and same-day registration is available before the first start. Proceeds benefit health and wellness programs via the Madelia Health Foundation, supporting equipment and facility improvements for Madelia Health, a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital in northeast Watonwan County. Anderson Race Management assists with the event's organization, providing a structured race-day setup for this small-town fundraiser.