Run the Parks
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM CDT
Water Works · Minneapolis, MN
About this event
Run the Parks – 5K Run & 2K Walk Along the Mississippi Riverfront Start your morning with movement, fresh air, and community along the Downtown Minneapolis riverfront. Run the Parks is a recurring community 5K run and 2K walk hosted at Water Works Park, designed to get people outside and connected through movement. Whether you're training for a race, getting your weekend miles in, walking with friends, or simply looking for a fun way to start the day, all paces and experience levels are welcome. Each event begins and ends at Water Works Park and follows scenic routes through the Central Mississippi Riverfront featuring views and paths along the Stone Arch Bridge, Central Avenue Bridge, Main Street, Nicollet Island, and surrounding downtown parkways and trails. 2026 Run the Parks Dates: Saturday, May 16 Saturday, June 13 Saturday, July 4 Saturday, July 18 September 19 Saturday, October 17 Event Details Start Time: 8 am Location: Water Works Park (Meet near the front entry benches) Routes Participants can choose between: A scenic 5K run A casual 2K community walk Routes and updates will be shared through our Strava Club: https://www.strava.com/clubs/MPRBruntheparks">https://www.strava.com/clubs/MPRBruntheparks Join the Community Run the Parks is about more than miles—it’s about showing up, meeting neighbors, and enjoying Minneapolis parks together. Come for the run, stay for the river views, coffee chats, and community energy. Free to attend. Registration encouraged.
Event details
- Date and time
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM CDT
- Venue
- Water Works · Minneapolis, MN
- Category
- Sports
- Cost
- Cost not stated
- Age guidance
- All ages
- Format
- In person
- Last verified
- September 22, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair: Not stated
Assistive Listening: Not stated
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