St. Urho 5K/10K is a running race held in Menahga, Minnesota on July 11, 2026, offering both 5K and 10K distances. The event starts at 9:00 AM at 216 Aspen Ave SE. Entry fees range from $25 to $30, making it an affordable option for summer race travel. Whether you're targeting a shorter effort or looking to build aerobic fitness with the longer distance, this small-town Minnesota race provides a straightforward mid-summer racing opportunity.
From the Race 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 on the east side of the high school in the parking lot 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. Check out our Facebook page(St. Urho 5k/10k) for all up-to-date race information. New race course this year. 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. T-shirt Guarantee Sign up before July 9th to be guaranteed a T-shirt. After that, it will be first come first serve for any extras we have printed. 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.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 11.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Menahga, 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.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
St. Urho 5K/10K 2026 — Menahga, MN takes place on July 11, 2026. The race is held in Menahga, Minnesota.
Where is St. Urho 5K/10K 2026 — Menahga, MN held?
St. Urho 5K/10K 2026 — Menahga, MN is held at 216 Aspen Ave SE in Menahga, Minnesota.
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