North Dakota State Fair Run the Route 5K
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- NDSF Parade Route, Minot, ND
- Distance
- Run the Route 5K
From the Organizer
Join us for the annual North Dakota State Fair Run the Route 5K on July 18th and kick off the day with a fun run along the parade route!
Registration
Registration will be open online until 08:00am on 7/18/2026.
Race Day registration is available the morning of the event at the Our Redeemers packet pickup location (see below)
Packet Pick Up
Friday, July 17th – Roosevelt Park Zoo from 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Saturday, July 18th – Our Redeemers from 7:30am - 8:30am
Entry Fee
Ages 13 and up - $25 through June 30th, $30 in July
Children 8-12 - $15 through June 30th, $20 in July
Children 7 and under - Free
Starting Time & Locations
Start Time: 8:45am 7/18/2026
Start Location: Our Redeemers Church (South Hill Sports Complex)
Finish Line: Burdick Expy at the State Fair Gate E Entrance
Parking: Parking will be available at the Our Redeemers Church parking lot.
*** All participants will be responsible for own transportation to starting lines and from finish.
Additional Information
Participants must register by July 4th to guarantee a Run the Route T-shirt.
All runners receive an admission ticket to the State Fair on completion of the 5K.
Concert tickets and trophies will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female finishers.
Small awards will also be given to the top male and female in the following categories: Under 12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to children's running groups/programs in our community (BIOGirls, Strides for Sunnyside, etc.)
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
84°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Minot Intl Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Minot, ND
Population
47,922
as of 2023
Elevation
1,729 ft
Nearest Airport
MOT
Minot International Airport · 1 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.
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- Race
- North Dakota State Fair Run the Route 5K
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- NDSF Parade Route, Minot, ND
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the North Dakota State Fair Run the Route 5K?
- North Dakota State Fair Run the Route 5K is a running race held in Minot, North Dakota on July 18, 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 North Dakota State Fair Run the Route 5K?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Minot, North Dakota at NDSF Parade Route, Minot, ND. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the North Dakota State Fair Run the Route 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
North Dakota State Fair Run the Route 5K
Jul 18, 2026