Join us for a spectacular day of running and family fun at the Dump Run! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting, there's something for everyone:
🌟 Quarter Marathon: Challenge yourself with 10.5 kilometers (6.5 miles) of scenic routes. Perfect for those looking to push their limits and enjoy the thrill of endurance!
🌈 5k Fun Run: Embrace the joy of running with friends and family along a 5-kilometer (3.1 miles) course filled with cheers and community spirit. Walkers welcome!
👶 Kids Run: Little ones get their chance to shine in our Kids Run! Distances tailored to their age groups ensure a fun and safe introduction to the world of running. Every finisher gets a medal and a big round of applause!
Register by Thursday, July 25th to guarantee a T-shirt in your size.
The top 3 men and the top 3 women of both events will receive awards.
It's challenging but totally rewarding when you cross that finish line! This course is USATF certified, so you know it's legit. Lace up and join the fun!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Quarter Marathon Closed
Online registration closed-
Get ready to run the Dump Run Quarter Marathon! This adventure with a NEW route takes you through a scenic mix of pavement and gravel roads. The race will start at 8 AM at Paulbeck's County Market, follow the Tank Trail, go along the outskirts of town, enter the City Park, and conclude at Paulbeck's County Market. Water stations will be located on the course and refreshments will be available at the finish line.
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$28.74Jul 3 – Aug 1
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$39.44Aug 2 – Aug 3
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5k Closed
Online registration closed-
The Dump Run 5K begins at Paulbeck’s and follows the city bike trail across a scenic bridge over the Ripple River and through Aitkin’s City Park returning over the same route to the finish line at Paulbeck’s County Market. This 5K course is USATF certified. The 5K will begin at 8:30 am.
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$28.74Jul 3 – Aug 2
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$39.44Aug 2 – Aug 3
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Kids Run Closed
A Kids’ Fun Race will begin and end at the Finish Line, located in the parking lot of Paulbeck’s County Market. The distance is approximately 100 yards. Register on-site race morning. The kid’s registration is free. Please note, a t-shirt will not be provided.
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FreeJul 3 - Aug 3
Packet pick-up
Race packet pickup is available at Rosallini's in downtown Aitkin, MN on Friday, August 2nd from 5– 7 pm.
A Pasta Dinner will take place during packet pickup.
Packets will also be available at Paubeck's on Saturday at 6:30 am before the race.
Schedule of events
The quarter marathon will begin at Paulbecks County market at 8AM. The route has been updated to utilizing the newTank Trails this year. Water stations will be located on the course and refreshments will be available at the finish line.
The quarter marathon race will begin at 8am.
The 5K begins at Paulbeck’s and follows the city bike trail across a scenic bridge over the Ripple River and through Aitkin’s City Park returning over the same route to the finish line at Paulbeck’s County Market. This 5K course is USATF certified.
The 5k race/walk will begin at 8:30 am.
The kids' run will take place after the quarter marathon and 5k.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Aitkin Chamber of Commerce
- upnorth@aitkin.com
