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The Northland 5K for Food Allergy is back for our 4th year for family-friendly, food allergy fun at Endion Station in Duluth, Minnesota!
This 3.1 mile out and back, chip-timed, run/walk will begin and end at Endion Station in Canal Park, Duluth, MN. There will be awards and prize packs for the top male and female finishers!
The Kids' Fun Run (for anyone 12 and under) will begin immediately following the 5K, expected start time will be between 10-10:30am.
There will also be door prizes! After you finish the race, enter your bib number for a chance to win a door prize of your choosing. That’s right—you pick the prize you want to win!
Whether you’re eyeing that gift card, cool gear, or something fun for the family, just drop your number next to the prize you want most. One entry per runner. Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony—must be present to win!
Allergy-conscious food/beverages will be enjoyed after the event. Additionally, there will be lawn games, kids activities, allergy-aware business/product info and samples to take home, as well as representation from the Duluth Fire Fighters and EMT staff.
Online registration will be open until the start of the 5K at 9 AM on 5/16/26. This year your registration will include a 5K shirt, embroidered stocking hat OR embroidered baseball cap!
You may also choose the 'No Swag' option during registration which means you will NOT receive a shirt or hat.
Registrations after 5/1/26 will not include any race-day swag.
Registration price will increase to $40 on May 1st, 2026. Register Early!!
DATE: May 16, 2026
START/END LOCATION: Endion Station, 200 Lake Place Drive, Duluth, MN
PACKET PICK-UP: May 15, 2026 at TBD.
Same day registration and packet-pickup begins at 8:00 AM.
RUN/WALK START TIMES: 5K - 9:00AM KIDS' RUN - immediately following 5K (approx. 10AM)
REGISTRATION: $35 - February 1-April 30 $40 - May 1-16**
COURSE DETAILS: 3.1 mile course starting and ending at Endion Station, going northeast on the Lakewalk toward Beacon Pointe and back.
Link to course map: 2026 Northland 5K for Food Allergy Map
*packets may be picked up on race morning, however we encourage picking up the night before if possible.
**registrations received after May 1st are not eligible for shirt or hat.
Please note: The Lakewalk will NOT be closed to the public on race morning. There is potential for congestion to occur on the trail at times. Please keep this in mind as you prepare for race morning. We ask that you please share the trail by being courteous and respectful to those using the trail for non-5K associated activities.
PARKING: The 5K will start and finish at Endion Station in Canal Park. There are many paid parking options available in Canal Park, including:
N Lake Ave Parking
Parking between Canal Park Lodge and Canal Park Brewing Company: Parking Lot
Metered parking along Canal Park Drive
Northwest Iron Lot
Options for parking and directions to the start/finish area can be found on this map.
The Going Bananas Run is the first-of-its-kind fun run where your speed can raise money for charity. Each racer receives their very own banana suit to run in as you make your way through an exciting Duluth course. You’d better split though, because after 2 minutes we release “The Gorilla.” “The Gorilla” is our inside man; boy, does he love chasing bananas. Those who beat the gorilla to the finish receive a special prize, and money will be donated to a local food shelf. Do you have what it takes to beat “The Gorilla”?
In year 1 we had over 430 bananas, in year 2 we are going for over 1,000!
Mark your calendars for the 2026 Duluth Public Schools Unity In Our Community event at Bayfront Festival Park. Join us from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Monday, August 24 to celebrate our district's students, staff, parents, and community.
The event will again include a FREE 1-mile fun run, starting at 4:30 p.m. and organized by the Young Athletes Foundation (YAF). IMPORTANT: Registration is required for the fun run.
The night will continue following the run with dozens of interactive activities, vendor booths, speakers, and much more.
Unity In Our Community is organized by Duluth Public Schools.
Wild Santa Run - 5k Fun Run
Registration includes a five-piece Santa Suit to run in, a post-race cider, and entry to the all-ages after-party featuring live holiday music.
Reindeer Run - Kids Fun Run
For kids 8 years old and under (must be able to run on their own) for the 1/4 mile Reindeer Run! Registration includes a pair of antlers and entry in the Reindeer Run. It starts at 9:30 AM (Updated start time!) before the Santa Run.
Registration Open
Registration is now open. All registration is online and must be completed before packet pick-up. Registration may close early if the event reaches capacity.
Packet Pickup
You can pick up your packet at the Wild State Cider taproom the week leading up to race day.
Race Week Packet Pick-Up
Wild State Cider
Monday, December 8 - Friday, December 12.
Check taproom hours here
There is no race day packet pick-up available in 2026.
Race Day Schedule (subject to change)
9:30 am - Reindeer Run start at Wild State Cider
10:00 am - Wild Santa 5K start at Wild State Cider
9:00 am - 1:00 PM - Holiday music & party at the taproom
Parking
Please arrive early or park on the surrounding streets. There will be no parking in the Wild State Cider parking lot.
Enjoy ciders outside or inside
We will be offering your free ciders indoors or by the bonfires outside. Dress warm!
USA Swimming Club. 60 members.