Brimson Sisu
Brimson Sisu is a running race on August 15 – September 15, 2026 in Brimson, MN, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- August 15 – September 15, 2026 (23 days to go)
- Location
- Camp House, Brimson, MN
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
A quaint 4.4 mile run/walk through the woods, trails, and back-roads of Brimson, Minnesota with a special nod to the Finnish heritage of the area. All proceeds from this annual race go to Minnesota’s 2025 Fire Department of the Year, your Brimson Area Volunteer Fire Department!
We continue to offer a virtual option if you can't make it to the race in person. Prizes based on your finish will be awarded in person on the day of the race. Virtual participants will be entered into a raffle and will be selected at random. Virtual participants will register as a virtual runner and will submit times on the honor system.
We are looking for local artists, artisans, businesses, and makers willing to donate their creations to our raffle. Please contact us today if you would like to make a donation.
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 race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
75°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Brimson 2s, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Brimson, MN
City Elevation
1,585 ft
Nearest Airport
DLH
Duluth International Airport · 36 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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About This Sport
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Running
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Coming Up
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Make it a Racecation
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Brimson Sisu
Aug 15, 2026