
From the Organizer
Join us for our annual community running event featuring two exciting distances!
Challenge yourself in our 5-mile competitive run through scenic routes. Perfect for runners looking to test their speed and endurance.
A family-friendly option for all ages and fitness levels. Whether you want to walk, jog, or run, everyone is welcome to participate.
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
76°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dassel 3se, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
1,074 ft
Nearest Airport
STC
Saint Cloud Regional Airport · 33 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 56 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Red Rooster Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Sparkler Run
15 miles away
Grand Lake Stars and Strides 5k
25 miles away
Green Lake Road Race
30 miles away
Watercade
10 miles away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
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)
Red Rooster Run
Sep 7, 2026