
Hot Cider Hustle - Rochester Half Marathon, 10K & 5K is a running race on October 18, 2026 in Rochester, MN, with entry fees from $14.99 to $110.
From the Organizer
Run the Rochester Hot Cider Hustle Half Marathon, 10K & 5K on Oct. 18th. At the finish line, you'll be greeted with hot apple cider, caramel apples and your finisher mug.
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Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to event. All official information is on the event's website MNruns.com.
Events
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
57°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rochester Intl Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
121,638
as of 2023
City Elevation
989 ft
Nearest Airport
RST
Rochester International Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 70 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Hot Cider Hustle - Rochester Half Marathon, 10K & 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
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.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Rochester than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Hot Cider Hustle - Rochester Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Oct 18, 2026