Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

WORLD RUN DAY 2026 October 24–25, 2026 | Virtual 5K Run/Walk ONE WORLD. ONE PASSION. ONE WORLD RUN DAY! The World Is Running. Are You In? Join runners and walkers around the globe for World Run Day 2026! Since 1999, World Run Day has celebrated running, fitness, health, and community — bringing people together through a shared passion for running. Whether you're a marathoner, casual jogger, or first-time participant, this is YOUR day to celebrate! TWO GREAT COMMEMORATIVE ITEMS — ONE INCREDIBLE VALUE! Your registration includes: 1. EXCLUSIVE LONG-SLEEVE WORLD RUN DAY 2026 T-SHIRT Celebrate in style with a specially designed commemorative shirt! Shipped promptly after registration, with typical delivery in 4–7 days. Wear it proudly on World Run Day and beyond! Our Best Value in our series of virtual run events. 2. INSPIRATIONAL, FRAME-WORTHY RACE BIB A colorful commemorative bib featuring major cities from around the world, celebrating the global running community. Wear it. Save it. Frame it! YOUR 5K. YOUR COURSE. YOUR PACE. Distance: 5K (3.1 miles) When: October 24 - 25, 2026 Where: Anywhere in the world — outdoors or on a treadmill Who: Runners and walkers of all abilities Results: Upload your finishing time before noon October 27 Celebrate the joy of running, inspire healthier lifestyles, and connect with runners around the world. DON'T MISS OUT — REGISTER TODAY! RUN ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. TOGETHER. www.runday.com World Run Day — Celebrating Running Since 1999.

Join us for a fun-filled Halloween Dog 5K where you and your furry friend can run or walk together while showing off your best Halloween costumes! Participants can enjoy a fun photo booth, treats for their dogs, and a costume contest where the best costume wins a prize. There will also be prizes for winners in each age group, making it a fun event for everyone. Event T-shirts will be available for purchase, with proceeds helping support the fundraiser. This event is raising money for Minot North DECA and local animal shelters, so come dressed up, bring your pup, and help us run, have fun, and give back to our community! 🐾🎃❤️

Join us for the Festival of Trees “Dashing through the Snow” 5K run and 1-mile Family Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, November 21st at 12 pm. **5K Run/Walk:** The run will start from the Festival at the ND State Fair Event Center, encompassing a route around the Fairgrounds and Roosevelt Park area. **1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk:** Embark on a unique festive "Amazing Race" style challenge during this one-mile run/walk. At various stations along the route, participants will complete challenges (trivia, festive tasks, etc.) to progress. Rally your team and get ready for an exhilarating experience! We encourage all participants to embrace the holiday spirit! Feel free to don holiday attire or even sing carols as you run. **Registration:** 5K - $35.00, 1 Mile Fun Run - $25.00 - Age 12 and under - $5.00 - Students (Jr High, HighSchool, College) - $10.00 *Discounts applied during registration **Event Details:** Visit Festoftrees.com for more information. Also, be sure to explore the range of exciting events happening throughout the weekend. Dakota Hope Clinic is a faith-based, life-affirming, non-political, non-denominational Christian 501(c)(3) organization. With satellite locations in Tioga and Bottineau, it serves as the only pregnancy help center in north-central and north western North Dakota. Governed by a local volunteer board and affiliated with Heartbeat International, Dakota Hope provides free services and relies entirely on donations from individuals, businesses, churches, and grants. Since its founding in 2013, Dakota Hope has supported over 2,200 women and men in crisis, offering non-judgmental, evidence-based information, medical testing, and long-term support. Services include pregnancy testing, limited OB ultrasound, educational programs, and community referrals. Medical services are provided by licensed registered nurses under the medical direction of local licensed physicians. The clinic also offers healing programs for those who have experienced abortion or domestic abuse, ensuring a compassionate, confidential space for all who seek help.

Magic City Figure Skating Club is hosting the 12th annual Magic City Turkey Trot, a 1 mile fun run/walk and 5k run/walk. Whether you're a sprinter, a walker, or somewhere in between, this event is for you. So, lace up your running shoes, grab your leash, dust off that costume, and get ready to be part of a Thanksgiving morning tradition. Join us Thursday, November 26th at 9am, Minot ND. There will be free T-shirts for runners/walkers registered by November 13th. Costumed runners are encouraged! We will have a variety of prizes for our best dressed and most spirited runners! This event is chip-timed. Friendly dogs on leashes are welcome! Packet pick up is Monday, November 23rd and Wednesday, November, 25th from 4:30-7pm in the lobby of the Maysa Arena. After the race, be sure to check the pie table for your bib number, to see if you have won one of our delicious pies! Sorry no refunds. Children 5 & under are free.

Welcome to Hair of the Dog 5K and Beer Mile! WHEN:Saturday, May 9th10:00 – 5K12:00 – Beer MILE 2:00 ish - Kids Donut Dash (this will take place after the Beer Mile so could start a little earlier or later than 2:00 depending on the number of participants). 3:00 – Wiener Dog Derbyand a full day of run, dogs, beer, and FUN! WHERE:Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks510 E Central Ave, Minot, NDWHY:We love running, dogs, and beer and we wanted turn those loves into a way to give back to the animal rescue organizations in our community.This race is fun and social and is NOT a qualifier for the World Championship (yes that’s a real thing).  EVENTS:5k Run/Walk and Dog Jog – This is a traditional 5K event and will be timed.  You can run it as fast as you can or jog/walk it for fun.  Feel free to bring your dog with you as this event is “for the dogs”, but dogs are not required!  All human participants will get a signature Hair of the Dog mug as well as a free post run beer at Atypical.   Beer Mi