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St James Rail Run

Date
June 25, 2026
Distance
Kids 1/2 mile · 1 mile · 4 mile walk & more
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From the Organizer

 

The run/walk is held annually in conjunction with St. James Rail Road Days. This is a fun family event for all ages which is held rain or shine.

 

RUN FOR THOSE THAT CAN'T

Not everyone has the ability to participate in the Rail Run.  Sign Up to run for someone you know or we would be happy to provide you with a name of someone to run for.  Please see the display to add a name of your loved one.

 

Teams of 5 or more will receive a $5 discount per racer.  Just click the group/team tab on top

Events

Kids 1/2 mile6:30 PMRegister →
1 mile7 PMRegister →
4 mile walk7:15 PMRegister →
4 mile run7:45 PMRegister →

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

82°

Typical Low

61°

Chance of Rain

38%

Based on US Climate Normals data from St James Wwtp, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:38 AMSunset 9:06 PMDaylight 15h 29m

Host City

About Saint James, MN

Population

4,740

as of 2023

Elevation

1,061 ft

Nearest Airport

MCW

Mason City Municipal Airport · 86 mi

Major Hub

MSP

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 93 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

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Waiting For?

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17

Days to train

Race
St James Rail Run
Date
June 25, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the St James Rail Run?
St James Rail Run is a running race held in Saint James, Minnesota on June 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 St James Rail Run?
Thursday, June 25, 2026 in Saint James, Minnesota at 602 2nd Ave south, Saint James, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the St James Rail Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

St James Rail Run

Jun 25, 2026

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