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Kids City XC League

Date
August 11 – October 1, 2026
Distance
Como Park Zoomers · Linden Hills Leprechauns · Highland Park Giants & more
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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

Como Park ZoomersTue, Aug 11 · 6 PMRegister →
Linden Hills LeprechaunsTue, Aug 11 · 6 PMRegister →
Highland Park GiantsTue, Aug 11 · 6 PMRegister →
Lake Nokomis NumbatsTue, Aug 11 · 6 PMRegister →
West Metro HawksTue, Aug 11 · 6 PMRegister →

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

81°

Typical Low

63°

Chance of Rain

27%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Lower St Anthony Falls, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:11 AMSunset 8:28 PMDaylight 14h 17m

Host City

About Minneapolis, MN

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

What Are You
Waiting For?

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

Race
Kids City XC League
Date
August 11 – October 1, 2026

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About This Sport

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Kids City XC League?
Kids City XC League is a running race held in Minneapolis, Minnesota on August 11, 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 Kids City XC League?
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota at Multiple Site Locations, Minneapolis, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Kids City XC League?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Kids City XC League

Aug 11, 2026

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