Kasson Festival in the Park 5k Run/Walk
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Location
- 201 7th St NW, Kasson, MN
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Kasson Festival in the Park 5k Run/Walk and Kids Run
Kids run will start at 8am. Ages 10 and under are encouraged to participate. There is no registration or registration fee for the kids run.
The 5k will start at 8:15am with awards to follow once all competitors have finished.
All 5k registrants who register before August 1st will receive a Kasson Festival in the Park 5k t-shirt. Those who register after August will receive a t-shirt while supplies last.
The 5k will be chip timed.
Packet with bib, chip, and t-shirt will be available pre-race starting at 7:30am.
Race day registration will also be available at 7:30am on the day of the race.
An awards ceremony will take place following the race.
All proceeds will be donated to the Kasson-Mantorville Track and Field Program.
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
80°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Byron 4north, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Kasson, MN
Population
6,964
as of 2023
Elevation
1,243 ft
Nearest Airport
RST
Rochester International Airport · 15 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 64 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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- Race
- Kasson Festival in the Park 5k Run/Walk
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Location
- 201 7th St NW, Kasson, MN
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Kasson Festival in the Park 5k Run/Walk?
- Kasson Festival in the Park 5k Run/Walk is a running race held in Kasson, Minnesota on August 8, 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 Kasson Festival in the Park 5k Run/Walk?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Kasson, Minnesota at 201 7th St NW, Kasson, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Kasson Festival in the Park 5k Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Kasson Festival in the Park 5k Run/Walk
Aug 8, 2026