From the Organizer
Join us for the Festival of Trees “Dashing through the Snow” 5K run and 1-mile Family Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, November 21st at 12 pm.
**5K Run/Walk:**
The run will start from the Festival at the ND State Fair Event Center, encompassing a route around the Fairgrounds and Roosevelt Park area.
**1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk:**
Embark on a unique festive "Amazing Race" style challenge during this one-mile run/walk. At various stations along the route, participants will complete challenges (trivia, festive tasks, etc.) to progress. Rally your team and get ready for an exhilarating experience!
We encourage all participants to embrace the holiday spirit! Feel free to don holiday attire or even sing carols as you run.
**Registration:**
5K - $35.00, 1 Mile Fun Run - $25.00
- Age 12 and under - $5.00
- Students (Jr High, HighSchool, College) - $10.00
*Discounts applied during registration
**Event Details:** Visit Festoftrees.com for more information. Also, be sure to explore the range of exciting events happening throughout the weekend.
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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
37°
Typical Low
18°
Chance of Rain
16%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Minot Intl Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Minot, ND
Population
47,922
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,729 ft
Nearest Airport
MOT
Minot International Airport · 1 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.
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153
Days to train
- Race
- Dashing Through The Snow
- Date
- November 21, 2026
- Location
- 2005 E Burdick Expy, Minot, ND
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Dashing Through The Snow?
- Dashing Through The Snow is a running race held in Minot, North Dakota on November 21, 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 Dashing Through The Snow?
- Saturday, November 21, 2026 in Minot, North Dakota at 2005 E Burdick Expy. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Dashing Through The Snow?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Dashing Through The Snow
Nov 21, 2026