
From the Organizer
Run Minden on Main
“Where the Party Meets the Pavement”
A summer run you don’t want to miss!
Join us for Run Minden on Main, where racing meets celebration in the heart of downtown Minden. This high-energy event features a big awards stage with a DJ blasting tunes to pump you up, fireworks, and incredible community support along the race route.
Along the course you’ll find water sprinklers to run through, popsicles, music, ice-cold cooling rags, and plenty of cheering spectators to keep you going every mile.
After the race, stick around for Grilling on Main, where you can sample amazing BBQ from local competitors. Be sure to visit the Farmers Market as well for fresh local produce — all within walking distance of the race start and finish.
Participants will receive great swag bags including:
• A high-quality tech tank
• Drawstring backpack
• Bib pins and more
Packet Pick-up -
Thursday @Millers quarters 198 Gleason street, Minden 5-7pm
Friday @ Minden Civic center in side parking lot 115 East union 5-7pm
Race morning 6:45-7:45am, NO race day signups.
Awards & Extras
Most Patriotic Dressed Male & Female
Win 2 tasting wristbands for Grilling on Main
🏆 Overall Male & Female Winners
$$$$Receive cash prizes$$$$
🎽 Age Group Awards
Custom running hats donated by the Minden Run Club
🏅 First 200 Finishers
Receive a finisher medal
Plus a fun “Make Your Medal a Magnet” station
🎨 Face painting for kids
With great running, amazing food, music, and fun for the whole family, Run Minden on Main is a race you won’t forget.
30$
Price increase to 35$ June 1
Guaranteed shirt deadline is 6/4/26
Male/female tech tank.
Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/13
High
95°
Low
76°
Conditions
Slight chance rain showers then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
25%
Wind
0 to 5 mph
Host City
Population
11,604
as of 2023
Elevation
223 ft
Nearest Airport
SHV
Shreveport Regional Airport · 34 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run Minden on Main, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
Red, White and Blue Half Marathon - Shreveport
22 miles away
The East Bank Run 5k & Team Beer Mile
22 miles away
Run with the Raiders
22 miles away
Christmas 5K/10K/Half Marathon in July - Shreveport
22 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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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.
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)
Run Minden on Main
Jun 13, 2026