St. Urho 5K/10K
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- 216 Aspen Ave SE, Menahga, MN
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk · 10k Run · 5k Stroller
From the Organizer
Join us for the 45th Annual St. Urho 5k walk/run and 10k run! This event is put on by the UNC Cross Country Booster Club and all proceeds benefit the UNC cross-country athletes.
The 5k starts in downtown Menahga in front of The Cotty and finishes at the St. Urho statue. The 10k starts by the ball fields, runs around Stocking Lake (including a trail component) and finishes at the St. Urho statue. There is also a 5k stroller division for those who have an extra "running buddy."
There are many prizes donated by area businesses including the grand prize of a Garmin watch that will be randomly drawn for all participants that stick around after the race. Other prizes include six $100 gift certificates to the Endurunce Shop in Brainerd/St. Cloud and TC Running Company, local gift certificates, and donated swag from local businesses. Well over $1200 worth of prizes donated the last year. Race starts at 9 and prizes will start at 10:30. In case of rain, prizes will be awarded in the Menahga high school commons.
Registration fees
Early sign up discount (through July 4): $20 for kids 0-17 and seniors 65+ and $25 for 18-64 years old.
Race week: $25 for kids 0-17 and seniors 65+ and $30 for 18-64 years old.
Packet pickup
Packet pickup and same day registration from 5 to 7:30 on Friday evening and 7 to 8:30 on Saturday morning in the Menahga High School commons on the south side of the school.
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
80°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Park Rapids Muni Ap, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Menahga, MN
Elevation
1,368 ft
Nearest Airport
BRD
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport · 51 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the St. Urho 5K/10K?
- St. Urho 5K/10K is a running race held in Menahga, Minnesota on July 11, 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. Urho 5K/10K?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Menahga, Minnesota at 216 Aspen Ave SE, Menahga, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the St. Urho 5K/10K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
St. Urho 5K/10K
Jul 11, 2026