From the Organizer
Join us for the inaugural Riverfront Run 5K & 10K, a scenic community race designed for runners, walkers, families, and first-time participants. The course follows a beautiful riverfront route with sunrise views, tree-lined paths, and an energetic finish-line celebration.
Whether you are chasing a personal best, training for your next big race, or simply enjoying a fun morning with friends and family, the Riverfront Run offers something for everyone. Participants can choose between the 5K and 10K distances, both featuring a supportive atmosphere, clearly marked courses, on-course water stops, and a post-race gathering.
Come run, walk, cheer, volunteer, and celebrate health, community, and perseverance at the Riverfront Run.
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
54°
Typical Low
35°
Based on US Climate Normals data from St Paul 3sw, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Saint Paul, MN
Population
307,762
as of 2023
City Elevation
914 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 Riverfront Run 5K & 10K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
126
Days to train
- Race
- Riverfront Run 5K & 10K
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Location
- 235 Marshall Ave, Saint Paul, MN
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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.
Running
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)
- What is the Riverfront Run 5K & 10K?
- Riverfront Run 5K & 10K is a running race held in Saint Paul, Minnesota on October 24, 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 Riverfront Run 5K & 10K?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Saint Paul, Minnesota at 235 Marshall Ave. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Riverfront Run 5K & 10K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Riverfront Run 5K & 10K
Oct 24, 2026