From the Organizer
- Join us for this year's Osseo Lion's Roar 5K! Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome. All proceeds from the event benefit the Osseo Senior High cross country team.
Check-in will open at 9:00 AM on Saturday, September 12, 2026. The race will start at 10:00 AM.
NOTE: Registration will be open online until September 11th @11:59pm, and will be available in person the morning of the race. T-shirts will only be guaranteed for those registering online prior to September 1st. We will do our best and give you a shirt if we have some extras, but shirts are not guaranteed if registering after 9/1.
The course starts at the Osseo Senior High track, continues through residential Osseo, and finishes along Central Avenue.
The race will be chip-timed and results will be posted online. There will not be a formal awards program, but medals and prizes will be awarded at the finish line to the top female and male finishers in the following age categories: 0-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
After the race, stay for the parade and other fun family activities for the Osseo Lions Roar celebration!
If the race is cancelled for any reason, it will not be rescheduled and no refunds will be given.
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
75°
Typical Low
53°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mpls Crystal Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Osseo, MN
Population
70,539
as of 2023
Elevation
884 ft
Nearest Airport
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 19 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Osseo Lions Roar 5K?
- Osseo Lions Roar 5K is a running race held in Osseo, Minnesota on September 12, 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 Osseo Lions Roar 5K?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Osseo, Minnesota at 317 2nd Ave. NW, Osseo, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Osseo Lions Roar 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Osseo Lions Roar 5K
Sep 12, 2026