Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- Andy Beardsley Memorial 5K · 10K · Half Marathon & more
From the Organizer
Run Like a Legend with a Legend in 2026
Help us celebrate 31 years of the Essentia Health - Dick Beardsley Races in beautiful Detroit Lakes, Minnesota!
On Saturday, September 12 join thousands of runners as you take on mile after mile of scenic Minnesota roadway. With options for runners/walkers of all ages and abilities (Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Youth Run courses), these races are fun for the whole family!
Register to run today.
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
72°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Detroit Lakes 1 Nne, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Detroit Lakes, MN
Population
10,002
as of 2023
Elevation
1,370 ft
Nearest Airport
FAR
Hector International Airport · 46 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
96
Days to train
- Race
- Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races
- Date
- September 12, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races?
- Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races is a running race held in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota on September 12, 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 Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota at 826 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races
Sep 12, 2026