Join us in a race to kick off summer!
The Grand Old Day fun run is back!
This family-friendly 5k run/walk and kid's 1/2 mile is the perfect way to start your day before the Grand Old Day parade. This is an out and back race starting and ending at Snelling and Grand Avenue.
Participants of all ages are invited to join and strollers are welcome. This event will not be chip timed.
| Until January 1 | January 1 - April 30 | May 1 - June 5 | June 6-7 | |
| 5k (w/t-shirt) | $30 | $35 | $40 | $45 |
| 5k (no t-shirt) | $25 | $30 | $35 | $40 |
| Kid's 1/2 mile (medal) | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 |
T-shirts and sizes only guaranteed through May 15
Packet pick-up will be available on Saturday from 3 to 5 pm at a Grand Avenue location to be determined.
Pick-up will also be available on the morning of the race from 7 to 7:45 am for the 5k and from 7 to 8:30 am for the kid's 1/2 mile.
The course is an out and back on Grand Avenue starting at Snelling Avenue traveling west. The 5k turnaround will be near Avon Avenue. The kid's 1/2 mile turnaround will be near Pascal Avenue.
There is no designated parking for the race, free parking can be found on neighboring streets. Note signs as some streets require a permit.
Event schedule
- Sat, June 6, 2026 3:00 PM - Packet Pick Up
- Sun, June 7, 2026 7:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick Up
- Sun, June 7, 2026 8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Starts
- Sun, June 7, 2026 8:45 AM - Kid's 1/2 Mile Starts
- Sun, June 7, 2026 9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Finishes
- Sun, June 7, 2026 9:30 AM - Parade Starts
Contact information
- Event contact
- Grand Old Day Fun Run
