Grand Old Day Fun Run

Grand Old Day Fun Run

Join us in a race to kick off summer! The Grand Old Day fun run is back! This family-friendly 5k run/walk and kid's 1/2 mile is the perfect way to start your day before the Grand Old Day parade. This is an out and back race starting and ending at Snelling and Grand Avenue. Participants of all ages are invited to join and strollers are welcome. This event will not be chip timed.

Pricing:

• Until January 1: 5k (w/t-shirt) $30, 5k (no t-shirt) $25, Kid's 1/2 mile (medal) $10
• January 1 - April 30: 5k (w/t-shirt) $35, 5k (no t-shirt) $30, Kid's 1/2 mile (medal) $10
• May 1 - June 5: 5k (w/t-shirt) $40, 5k (no t-shirt) $35, Kid's 1/2 mile (medal) $10
• June 6-7: 5k (w/t-shirt) $45, 5k (no t-shirt) $40, Kid's 1/2 mile (medal) $10

T-shirts and sizes only guaranteed through May 15.

Packet Pick-up:

Saturday from 3 to 5 pm at a Grand Avenue location to be determined. Also available on race morning from 7 to 7:45 am for the 5k and 7 to 8:30 am for the kid's 1/2 mile.

Course:

The course is an out and back on Grand Avenue starting at Snelling Avenue traveling west. The 5k turnaround will be near Avon Avenue. The kid's 1/2 mile turnaround will be near Pascal Avenue.

Parking:

No designated parking. Free parking can be found on neighboring streets. Note signs as some streets require a permit.

Event Schedule:

• Sat, June 6, 2026 3:00 PM - Packet Pick Up
• Sun, June 7, 2026 7:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick Up
• Sun, June 7, 2026 8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Starts
• Sun, June 7, 2026 8:45 AM - Kid's 1/2 Mile Starts
• Sun, June 7, 2026 9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Finishes
• Sun, June 7, 2026 9:30 AM - Parade Starts

Contact Information:

Name: Grand Old Day Fun Run
Email: [email protected]