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Run for the Ranch

Run for the Ranch is a running race on July 25, 2026 in Northfield, MN, with entry fees from $30 to $35.

Date
July 25, 2026 (2 days to go)
Price
$30–$35
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Roundup your wranglers and ranch hands, bring the husband, wife, kids and leashed dogs, and hop along with us on a 5K FUN run/walk through our past while helping to lasso the future, as we Run for the Ranch! We are raising money and awareness to support those affected by TBIs. 

Run for the Ranch 5K

Map of route

Our FREE Kids Run is back this year, with prizes from Culver's!!!

ALSO, RAFFLE BASKETS with incredible prizes!!!  Bring $$$ so you can win great prizes!

Events

Run for the Ranch - Virtual 5K$30
Run for the Ranch$35
Run for the Ranch - Kids Run

Weather

Race-Day Forecast

Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.

Race Day

Saturday, 7/25

High

91°

Low

69°

Conditions

Sunny

Chance of Rain

6%

Wind

5 to 10 mph

Sunrise 5:52 AMSunset 8:45 PMDaylight 14h 53m

Host City

About Northfield, MN

Population

20,678

as of 2023

City Elevation

946 ft

Nearest Airport

MSP

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 29 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.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run for the Ranch, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

2

Days to train

Race
Run for the Ranch
Date
July 25, 2026

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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.

Read the Guide

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Northfield than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Run for the Ranch?+
Run for the Ranch is a running race held in Northfield, Minnesota on July 25, 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 Run for the Ranch?+
Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Northfield, Minnesota at 510 Jefferson Parkway -Spring Creek Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Run for the Ranch?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Run for the Ranch

Jul 25, 2026

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