CityTrail Loppet 2026 — Minneapolis, MN

Date
May 17, 2026
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Venue
1221 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Mpls to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$38.00 – $80.00
Events
10 Mile, 10K, 5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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The CityTrail Loppet starts at 9:00 AM on May 17, 2026, giving traveling runners a reasonable morning window to reach Minneapolis. The race runs from Theodore Wirth Parkway to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden and offers three distances: 5K, 10K, and 10 miles. Entry fees range from $38 to $80 depending on your chosen distance. This trail running event takes place in late spring, when Minneapolis weather typically supports outdoor racing. If you're flying in for the race, plan to arrive the day before to account for travel time and settle into your accommodation near the parkway venue.

From the Race Organizer
Annual urban trail adventure with the epic finish at the Sculpture Garden! Join us on Sunday, May 17, 2026! Three distances to choose from – 5K, 10K and 10 Mile. All finish together at the Sculpture Garden. The 5K is a great option for those that want a shorter distance or want to walk/hike the course! Participants can look forward to: A unique urban adventure trail run with a mix of ski trail, singletrack and asphalt. A distance for everyone: 10 Mile for those who are ready to go long (not as hilly as Trail Loppet), 10K with all the trails and a taste of tough, and a fairly flat but adventurous 5K for anyone (speedy folks and walkers alike are welcome!). Start at the community-hub Trailhead (the 5K start is a short walk away at Hwy 55) in Wirth Park and finish right at the Sculpture Garden with the famous Cherry and Spoon (and the Purple Chicken if that is your favorite .. or is it blue?) A free Pryes Brewing beer at the finish (21+) or N/A drinks. Finish line munchie food. Start line

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is CityTrail Loppet 2026 — Minneapolis, MN?

CityTrail Loppet 2026 — Minneapolis, MN takes place on May 17, 2026. The race is held in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Where is CityTrail Loppet 2026 — Minneapolis, MN held?

CityTrail Loppet 2026 — Minneapolis, MN is held at 1221 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Mpls to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Where can I find hotels near CityTrail Loppet 2026 — Minneapolis, MN?

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