9 walking events in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Stride to SAVE Lives 5k/10k

***** ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL END AT 1PM Friday, July 31st. On-site registration will be available from 8am-8:45am on Saturday August 1st for this FREE event*******

Join SAVE (Suicide Awareness Voices of Education) for our annual Walk/Run around Lake Harriet in Minneapolis, MN on August 1, 2026. This event is not just about miles covered; it's about coming together as a community to support one another and raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention.

Whether you've personally struggled with suicidal ideation, lost a loved one to suicide, or simply want to show your support for those who have, this event is a powerful opportunity to connect with others who understand and empathize with your journey.

We are proud that with the generous partnership of our presenting sponsors TitleSmart and Executive Title, registration for this year's 5K/10K at Lake Harriet in Minneapolis is now FREE. Please spread the word with your networks and help us make this event an incredible success for the cause of suicide prevention! The first 500 registrants will receive a free T-shirt as a thank-you for your support.

The option to donate is available during registration, and all funds raised will be doubled by the Tosa Foundation!

Our 5k and 10k routes wind through the beautiful scenery of Lake Harriet, offering participants a chance to reflect, remember, and find solace in the shared experience of those around them. Every step taken is a step toward breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and fostering a community of understanding and compassion.

Together, we can make a difference. Join us at Lake Harriet for a day of unity, remembrance, and hope as we honor those we've lost, support those who are struggling, and work towards a future where no one feels alone in their battle against suicide.

Online donations and contributions at the race benefit SAVE in our mission to prevent suicide through training, education, advocacy, and supporting suicide loss survivors. Your support funds impactful programs like The Green Bandana Project, workplace suicide prevention training, and much more. Please visit save.org for more information.

Attendees will be able to share photos and written memories of loved ones lost to suicide at a memorial tent at the event. If you would like to share an item in our display honoring loved ones, please bring copies that do not need to be returned with you to the event. We will provide art supplies that may be used to create messages or pictures in person.

22nd Annual Historic Riverfront 5K Run/Walk

September 26, 2026 · 9 AM · Boom Island Park, Minneapolis

One route. Two neighborhoods. All heart.

One of Northeast Minneapolis's most beloved traditions is back for its 22nd year. The Historic Riverfront 5K takes you on a stunning loop along the Mississippi — through Nicollet Island, across the iconic Stone Arch Bridge, and back along the river to Boom Island. Fall foliage, city skyline, flowing water. It doesn't get more Minneapolis than this.

Why You'll Love It

🏅 Compete — Chip-timed with prizes for all age groups, courtesy of Mill City Running

🚶 Explore — Walk the most scenic 5K route in the city at your own pace

🌭 Celebrate — Kramarczuk's famous brats and coffee waiting at the finish line

👕 Rep it — Every participant gets exclusive 5K swag

More Than a Race

This is a community event with real impact. Every dollar raised supports civic and social programs run by the St. Anthony West and Sheridan Neighborhood Organizations — two of Minneapolis's oldest neighborhoods, right here on the banks of the Mississippi.

📅 September 26, 2026 · 9 AM 📍 Boom Island Park · 724 Sibley St NE, Minneapolis

[Register Now] · [See the Route] · [Volunteer]

Dogs, strollers, and all paces welcome.

Event details and schedule

Historic Riverfront 5K Run/Walk

Lace up, hit the river, and help us raise funds for our Minneapolis Neighborhood Organizations! The Historic Riverfront 5K takes you on one of the most scenic routes in the Twin Cities — winding through historic Minneapolis along the Mississippi, across the iconic Stone Arch Bridge, with sweeping views of Downtown and St. Anthony Falls. Start and finish at Boom Island Park (724 Sibley St NE).

Late summer is peak season for this route. The tree canopy is popping, the river is gorgeous, and the cityscape doesn't hurt either. Come to race, come to stroll, come to show off your dog or push a stroller — everyone's welcome, every pace is valid.

After the finish line? Kramarczuk's brats, hot off the grill. You've earned it.

Top finishers (men's, women's, 65+, and 18 & under) take home prizes courtesy of Mill City Running — and every participant walks away with branded 5K swag.

Best of all, your entry fee goes toward social and civic programming run by the St. Anthony West and Sheridan Neighborhood Organizations — two of Minneapolis's oldest and most storied communities. Learn more at stawno.org & sheridanneighborhood.org.

The Details

Date

Saturday, September 26, 2026

Race Start

9:00 AM (check-in opens 7:30 AM)

Location

Boom Island Park — 724 Sibley St NE, Minneapolis

Registration

$40 in advance / $45 same-day

Early Bib Pickup

Friday, Sept. 25, 3–5 PM @ Mill City Running (411 E Hennepin Ave)

• 🐕 Dogs & strollers welcome

• ⏱️ Chip-timed for accuracy

• 🅿️ Limited lot parking at Boom Island; street parking available nearby

[Register Today] · [Volunteer]

Questions? Reach out: St. Anthony West — [email protected] | Sheridan — [email protected]

See you on September 26th!

Loopet Loppet is deepening your connection with the outdoors! We’re celebrating Dakota people, land, and traditions along Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ, the Dakota name for Bassett Creek.

Join the Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ Loopet Loppet and run or walk a 6-hour or 12-hour experience that connects you with the earth in new ways. Come solo or as a team of 4 to run or walk as many 5-mile loops as possible.

We’ll also have a Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ Little Loopet for kids (under 8) to walk or run! And the Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ 1 Loop Fun Run/Walk is an untimed event is perfect for running or walking along the creek for all ages, either solo or with friends.