
Bemidji Holiday Running Series is a running race on October 24 – November 28, 2026 in Bemidji, MN, with entry fees from $5 to $75.
From the Organizer
Welcome to the 2026 Bemidji Holiday Running Series! This is a three-race event! Come celebrate the three holiday 5K races in style as you finish the Boo Dash, Turkey Trot, and Reindeer Run in Bemidji. You can sign up for all three races at one time at a discounted price, or you can choose to sign up individually as you go.
To receive a unique finisher prize, you must complete all three races, starting with the Boo Dash on October 24th. Sign up today!
LOCATION INFORMATION
Boo Dash 5K
Gene Dillon Elementary
3795 Division St W, Bemidji, MN 56601
Turkey Trot 5K
Bemidji State University
1801 Birch Ln Bemidji, MN 56601
Reinder Run 5K
Tourist Information Center
300 Bemidji Ave N, Bemidji, MN 56601
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
48°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cass Lake, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
1,340 ft
Nearest Airport
TVF
Thief River Falls Regional Airport · 73 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Bemidji Holiday Running Series
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