1 event in Emmet Township, Minnesota

Join us in our efforts to beat cancer!

Held in conjunction with Renville Sugar Beet Days, this event incorporates a morning centered on hope, health, and stewardship. Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative is the sole sponsor of the event underwriting the cost of the run/walk thereby ensuring all registrations fees are donated to help in the fight against cancer. Since inception in 2010, we have raised and donated $79,918! All registration fees will be donated to Renville County Walk in the Park.

Running to a Sweet Beet 5K offers opportunities for all ages and abilities. It will take place rain or shine. The 5K is chip-timed.

Running to the Sweet Beet schedule of events:

• 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. Registration

• 7:45 a.m. Opening Ceremony

• 8:00 a.m. Race Start

• Immediately following the race - Closing Ceremony and Prizes

All participants registered before or on June 1 are guaranteed a commemorative t-shirt and early bird pricing. After June 1, registration fees increase to the following: Age 4 and Under - Free | Age 5-10 $20 | Age 11-18 $25 | Age 19+ $35 | Team of 5 or More: $25 per person. Race shirts are not guaranteed after June 1.

Online registration closes at midnight on June 3. After that time, day of registration is available starting at 6:45 a.m. at the Renville Community Center. Only cash/check will be acceptable forms of payment the day of.

The 2026 age divisions will be as follows for male and female:

• 10 & Under

• 11-14

• 15-19

• 20-24

• 25-29

• 30-34

• 35-39

• 40-44

• 45-49

• 50-54

• 55-59

• 60-64

• 65-69

• 70-74

• 75-79

• 80-84

• 85 & Over

To view the race route, click on Photos, select the event year from the Photo Albums drop down. View the "Race Route" album.