6 walking events in Rochester, Minnesota
From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find walking events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
Rochester
6 events in Rochester-
Sun, Mar 29, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Question: Is it supposed to be DO NOT STOP, or DONUT STOP? Answer: YES!
Like Running or Walking? Love Donuts? This race is for you! Join us for the annual DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5k/10k! A donut-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
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Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
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Chip-timing with live results and awards
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Free photos
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Delicious donut waiting at the finish line
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Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $15
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Half - Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
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10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
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5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
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1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt and an awesome finisher medal!
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The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
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Sat, Jul 25, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
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Join us for the second annual Lace Up for Hope, a fundraiser for The Landing MN!
All funds will support The Landing MN and it's continuing efforts to provide a soft place to land for those experiencing homelessness in our area.
A 5K run route and a 1 Mile walk route starting at Little Thistle Brewing will be offered. You are free to run or walk the 5K! 695fc0a40d153.jpg
T-shirts available at an extra cost for a limited time.
New this year is to create a team! You can registe...
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Sat, Aug 15, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
Please join the Pfrimmer Family and the Rochester and Stout Running Communities in the third annual Lance Pfrimmer Memorial Run and Walk on Saturday, August 15th, 2026.
All proceeds from this event will go to the Lance Pfrimmer Memorial Scholarship, supporting students who ran track and field and/or cross country in high school with a preference to students who are still running while pursuing a post-secondary degree.
This event and scholarship were created in loving memory of Lance Pfrimmer,...
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Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, District Council of Rochester, MN will be hosting its 13th Anniversary Friends of the Poor® Walk/Run:
When: Saturday September 26, 2026; 8:30 am Registration; 9:00 am Run starts; 9:05 am Walk starts
Where: Church of the Resurrection, 1600 11th Avenue SE, Rochester, MN 55904 (For parking, please enter by the south entrance off 11th Avenue SE. Please avoid 16th Street SE.)
And/or please join us in fellowship: 9:00 -11:00 am Pancake Breakfast in Fr. Zenk Hall during and after the Walk/Run.
All donations raised by this event will be used towards the mission of St. Vincent de Paul: to provide support to those in need within the Rochester MN District Council area.
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Thu, Nov 26, 2026 at 8:45 AM
Join the Thanksgiving tradition at the Rochester Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk. Everyone gets a donut at the finish line!
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Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to the event. All official information is on the event's website MNRuns.com
Local Clubs & Organizations
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Club[email protected] (507) 216-7429
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Club[email protected] (507) 271-6040
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Event Organizer
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Club
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[email protected] +1 507-696-1885