Thumbs Up 13th Annual 5K & 10K Run/Walk/Bike 2026 — Elk River, MN

Date
September 19, 2026
Location
Elk River, MN
Venue
18599 Gary Street
Start Time
10:00 AM
Events
5K Walk, 5K Run, 10K Run, 5K Bike, 10K Bike, Youth Color Run
The Annual Thumbs Up 5K & 10K, sponsored by First Bank Elk River, takes place in charming Elk River, Minnesota. The paved road course offers a run, walk, or bike race that takes in the beauty of the William H. Houlton Conservation Area, the Lake Orono Dam, and breathtaking views along Lake Orono. This event brings the community together to support mental health awareness and suicide prevention, while honoring those who have lost loved ones. All participants receive entry into chosen race distance, access to pre and post race activities, a themed participant shirt, race bib, and meaningful finisher medal.

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Race Travel Insurance

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Elk River, MN. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

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  • Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
  • Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
  • Emergency medical up to $250,000
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