Glenwood Waterama Road Races -- 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk & Magic Mile
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Location
- Glenwood City Park, Glenwood, MN
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K · 10K
- Price
- $15–$35
From the Organizer
READY TO RACE AT WATERAMA IN 2025! WE'RE READY FOR YOU!
The Glenwood Rotary 10K, 5K Run/Walk and Glenwood State Bank Magic Mile takes place on July 25,2026 - the Saturday morning of the annual Waterama community festival in Glenwood, MN. Race participants will meet at the Glenwood City Park/Lakeside and be bussed to the race starting lines. BUSSES LEAVE FOR THE STARTING LINES PROMPTLY AT 7:45 A.M.
Participants must register by July 20, 2026 if they would like to guarantee a t-shirt. Registrations received after July 10 will receive t-shirts while supplies last.
The race will be chip timed and light refreshments will be provided. Magic Mile participants will be timed using a basic stopwatch system (not chip timed). Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in a variety of age categories.
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION - what a deal!
REGISTER BY July 20, 2025 - Race fee for 5K and 10K is $35 - no processing fee!
Race fee for Magic Mile is $15 - no processing fee!
Registrations received after 7/10/2026 - Race fee for 5K and 10K is $40 + processing fee. Race fee for Magic Mile is $20 + processing fees.
Registrations on packet pickup 7/20/2026 and race day - Race fee for 5K and 10K is $45. Race fee for Magic Mile is $25.
Registering early helps our teams plan our resources appropriately so you receive a t-shirt in your size and that we have enough busses and support staff to ensure a safe, efficient race.
PACKET PICKUP
Race packet pick-up will take place on Friday, July 24, evening from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Pope County Museum parking lot or in the city park from 6:30 a.m. until 7:30 a.m. on the morning of the race.
ON-SITE REGISTRATION INFORMATION
On-site registration will be available Friday, July 25 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Pope County Museum parking lot and on Saturday morning in Glenwood City Park from 6:40 a.m. to 7:20 a.m.
5K Race Map
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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
83°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Glenwood 2wnw, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Glenwood, MN
City Elevation
1,147 ft
Nearest Airport
STC
Saint Cloud Regional Airport · 64 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 118 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- Race
- Glenwood Waterama Road Races -- 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk & Magic Mile
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Location
- Glenwood City Park, Glenwood, MN
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Glenwood Waterama Road Races -- 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk & Magic Mile?
- Glenwood Waterama Road Races -- 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk & Magic Mile is a running race held in Glenwood, Minnesota on July 25, 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 Glenwood Waterama Road Races -- 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk & Magic Mile?
- Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Glenwood, Minnesota at Glenwood City Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Glenwood Waterama Road Races -- 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk & Magic Mile?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Glenwood Waterama Road Races -- 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk & Magic Mile
Jul 25, 2026