
From the Organizer
Twin Cities Track Club (TCTC) is excited to host the 12th season of the popular Kids City XC youth cross-country league in the Twin Cities. This program teaches kids the fundamentals of distance running in a fun setting. Your kids will learn from experienced coaches and running enthusiasts in our community about the importance of hard work, teamwork, camaraderie and personal achievement. The 2025 season runs from August 11th through October 1st and is open to children entering grades 2-8. Given the rather large age-range, practices will often be split into smaller groups based on age and/or ability.
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
81°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lower St Anthony Falls, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
426,845
as of 2023
Elevation
820 ft
Nearest Airport
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 8 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Kids City XC League, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
The Minikahda Club
Less than a mile away
Wirth on Wednesdays
Less than a mile away
Lookin For A Cure Minneapolis
Less than a mile away
LNR Juniors - Spring/Summer Camps
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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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.
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)
Kids City XC League
Aug 11, 2026