Let's shamrock & roll! Named after Don Fennessy, the Saint Fennessy 4K is the first race of our annual calendar and perfect for runners of all ages and abilities. Whether you’re a first-timer or looking to jump start your spring training, this is the race for you! Get your green on and join us for […]
A sprint into spring! This 3.1 mile race starts near the Fitger’s building and takes participants through the streets of the city’s newly renovated downtown, close to the shores of Lake Superior, before finishing back in front of the iconic hotel and restaurant. A perfect challenge for new runners or a good training race for […]
The William A. Irvin 5K started in 1994 and has now become the popular kickoff event to an exciting lineup of races and festivities on Grandma’s Marathon weekend. A perfect race for people of all ages and abilities, the 3.1-mile course was named after the William A. Irvin ore boat located next to the Duluth […]
Garry Bjorklund won the inaugural Grandma’s Marathon in 1977 and was again the champion in 1980. While that may be his local claim to fame, the Duluth area native also represented the United States in the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games, placing 13th in the 10,000-meters. In 1991, the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon was created to […]
Started by a local group of runners in 1977, Grandma’s Marathon has grown from just 150 participants its first year to now one of the largest and best-known marathons in the United States. Widely regarded as a world class event with small town charm, our race now welcomes more than 20,000 participants each June and […]
Holding the crown as northern Minnesota’s oldest road race, the Park Point 5-Miler & 2-Mile Walk starts and finishes near the Park Point Pavilion in Duluth, MN. A picturesque course sandwiched between the open water of Lake Superior and the Duluth Harbor, this event offers a perfect mid-summer option for runners and walkers alike. The […]
5,280 feet of beauty --- brisk autumn temperatures and breathtaking views combine to make the Minnesota Mile a perfect way to usher in the new season in northeastern Minnesota. The 1-mile course will take you along the scenic Skyline Parkway in Duluth, MN, where you can enjoy spectacular views of Lake Superior, the St. Louis […]
Not just a perfect getaway for those snowy Saturday mornings, our Saturday Morning at the Races series is also a great way for kids to burn off that extra energy! In keeping with our mission, these races are a central pillar in providing pathways and opportunities for our community’s children to live healthy and active […]
Not just a perfect getaway for those snowy Saturday mornings, our Saturday Morning at the Races series is also a great way for kids to burn off that extra energy! In keeping with our mission, these races are a central pillar in providing pathways and opportunities for our community’s children to live healthy and active […]
Not just a perfect getaway for those snowy Saturday mornings, our Saturday Morning at the Races series is also a great way for kids to burn off that extra energy! In keeping with our mission, these races are a central pillar in providing pathways and opportunities for our community’s children to live healthy and active […]
Get your green on and join us for an early-spring St. Patrick's Day-themed run in Hermantown, MN! Our hosting partner, Skyline Social & Games, offers great food and drink specials throughout race day, PLUS a post-race costume contest offers participants with the most Paddy's Day spirit the chance at some lucky charms and a pot […]
The iconic Fitger’s 5K has grown into one of the state’s premier spring races, offering a perfect challenge for runners of all ages and abilities while taking participants on a scenic tour of newly-renovated downtown Duluth. This is the first of three races involved in the annual KP Challenge, in which participants commit to three […]
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