Which Minnesota cities have the most 10K races?
Rochester (7), Lake Elmo (2), Maple Grove (2), Duluth (2) lead the state for 10K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
Minnesota · 10K
10K Races in Minnesota
Every upcoming 10K in Minnesota, all 27 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
27 upcoming 10K races · 6 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Minnesota races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
10K Races by City
Soonest 10K Races in Minnesota
27 total Sat, Aug 1, 2026Pine County Fun Run Pine City, MNFrom $15Details Sat, Aug 1, 20262026 Fisherman's Picnic Trail Run Grand Marais, MNFrom $20Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Summer Sizzler- St. Paul Lake Elmo, MNFrom $22Details Sun, Aug 9, 2026Summer Sizzler- Rochester Rochester, MNFrom $22Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Minneapolis Maple Grove, MNFrom $35Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Woozapalooza 5k & 10k Community Run Bloomington, MNFreeDetails Sat, Sep 5, 2026Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - St. Paul Maple Grove, MNFrom $22Details Sun, Sep 6, 2026Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Rochester Rochester, MNFrom $22Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races Detroit Lakes, MNFrom $49Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Bemidji Jackpine Classic Bemidji, MNFrom $25Register Fri, Sep 18, 20262026 NorthShore Inline Marathon Duluth, MNFrom $64Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Circle the Lake Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K Faribault, MNFrom $25Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 10K in Minnesota
When are most 10K races held in Minnesota?
September is the busiest month for 10K races in Minnesota, with 8 of the 27, followed by August with 6. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do Minnesota 10K races cost?
Entry fees for 10K races here run from free to about $64, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 10K in Minnesota?
9 of the 27 10K races in Minnesota already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Minnesota 10K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 5 10K races in Minnesota with published results, the typical median finish is around 1:03:28, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Are there trail 10K races in Minnesota?
Yes, 4 races around Minnesota get you off the pavement: 2 are trail races, and 2 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.