Run / Walk / Ruck 4 Heroes
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 10K Run/Walk · 15K Heroe's Challenge & more
From the Organizer
Run, Walk & Ruck for Heroes
The mission of Beyond the Yellow Ribbon is to establish and sustain a comprehensive community and corporate support network that connects and coordinates agencies, organizations, and resources to meet the needs of Minnesota's military veterans, service members, and families in all military branches.
Races will be held at and around Kingston Park in Cottage Grove, MN.
Parking is available at Grey Cloud Elementary School and Cottage Grove Middle School.
There is a Food Truck Festival, located at the same park of the run, starting at 11 if you care to join after your race.
A special thanks to Live Brave for helping us get started! If interested in another 5K, here is the link for their race, it is a great cause!
https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/MN/SaintPaul/LiveBrave5K
Please note - If you register after 8/29/25, your shirt will not be ready on race day. If you live in the area of CG, Newport, Hastings or Woodbury, we will deliver your shirt otherwise it would be up to you to pick it up from Cottage Grove City Hall.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A 7-day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
72°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hastings Dam 2, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cottage Grove, MN
Population
40,124
as of 2023
Elevation
880 ft
Nearest Airport
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 14 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run / Walk / Ruck 4 Heroes?
- Run / Walk / Ruck 4 Heroes is a running race held in Cottage Grove, Minnesota on September 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Run / Walk / Ruck 4 Heroes?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Cottage Grove, Minnesota at 9195 75th Street S, Cottage Grove, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run / Walk / Ruck 4 Heroes?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run / Walk / Ruck 4 Heroes
Sep 19, 2026