River Lake Days Run
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- 550 Nature Ave NE, Richmond, MN
- Distance
- 10K Run · 5K Run · Kids Fun Run
From the Organizer
River Lake Days Run Event takes place the Saturday morning during Richmond River Lake Days celebration. The event offers a 10K, 5K Run/Walk, and a Kids Fun Run through the city of Richmond and on Glacier Lakes Trail. All races start and end at CENTENNIAL PARK RICHMOND, MN. The 10K course will take you through the rural township roads with a gradual incline hill from approximately mile 2 to 3 and finishes with a fast downhill at mile 5 ; 5K course winds through the City of Richmond, consisting of both city Rd and Glacier Lakes Bike /Walking Trail. Course distances confirmed with GPS Map My RUN and wheel.
RACE TIMES:
- 10K at 8:00am
- 5K at 8:10
- Kids 1K at 9:30 or following the 10K/5K finish( REGISTRATION TIMES same as 10k 5k)
- Awards immediately following finish of 1K run at the Park Pavilion.
- After our event, head to the RLD grounds AT RIVER LAKES ARENA for other family fun events, music and food!
RACE INFO:
Overall 10k 5k 1st place finishers as well as the first Male and Female finisher for the 10K and 5K will be awarded a Scheels Gift Card. Age Category 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers will receive age category placement logo medals. SHEELS Gift Cards awarded at random drawings from participant numbers will be presented at the Awards ceremony. Must be present to win.
ALL Youth Fun Run participants awarded finisher medal and are also eligible for the gift card random drawing!
Award Winners must be present at the ceremony to receive award as cards and medals will not be mailed to the recipient.
Registration Fee Includes Race T-shirt; T- shirt guaranteed to those registered before 7/1/2026;After 7/1/2026 shirts are first come first serve basis according to registration.
This years River Lake Days Theme is “ Richmond is Out of This World” so f you like extra FUN, come in your best “outer space” themed costume to be Eligible for an Award !
AGE CATEGORIES: 12 and under, 13-17, 18-22, 23-27, 28-32, 33-37, 38-42, 43-47, 48-52, 53-57, 58-62, and 63-67, 67-75 and up . Categories MAY be modified at the discretion of Race committee dependent on number of participants.
PACKET PICK UP: Friday 7/17/2026 5:30-7:00pm at CENTENNIAL PARK 550 Nature Ave NE Richmond, MN 56368. Late registration also available.
Saturday Race Day Packet Pick up and Same Day Registration 7/18/2026 from 6:30-7:30am . Late Registration is cash or personal check only. No credit card option same day.
Map of 10K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5625350221
Map of 5K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6029749615
RACE RESULTS: Results will be available at www.pickleevents.com or by clicking the Results menu item on this screen
NOTICE: Please NO pet participants or escorts unless prior approval granted by director. Please email me directly through Runsignup.
PARKING: Parking available at Centennial Park and lon Oakwood Ave NE.
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
81°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Collegeville St John'S, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Richmond, MN
Elevation
1,088 ft
Nearest Airport
STC
Saint Cloud Regional Airport · 24 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 76 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- What is the River Lake Days Run?
- River Lake Days Run is a running race held in Richmond, Minnesota 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 River Lake Days Run?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Richmond, Minnesota at 550 Nature Ave NE, Richmond, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the River Lake Days Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
River Lake Days Run
Jul 18, 2026