About the Event
Join us Saturday, July 18, 2026 for the inaugural Mound-Westonka Rotary Club Spirit of the Lakes Festival 5K — a brand-new tradition kicking off the final day of the Spirit of the Lakes Festival.
The race begins and ends at Lost Lake Commons in downtown Mound, with a flat, scenic out-and-back course along the Dakota Rail Regional Trail. Whether you're chasing a PR, walking with the family, or running your very first 5K, there's a spot at the starting line for you.
Cross the finish line, grab a snack, and stay for the Spirit of the Lakes Parade at 10:00 AM — the perfect way to round out festival weekend.
All proceeds benefit the Mound Westonka Rotary Foundation, supporting local causes, scholarships, and community service projects right here in the Westonka area.
Race Details
- 📅 Saturday, July 18, 2026
- 🕣 8:30 AM start
- 📍 Lost Lake Commons — 5515 Shoreline Drive, Mound, MN 55364
- 🏃 Course: Out-and-back on the Dakota Rail Regional Trail
- 🎉 Spirit of the Lakes Parade follows at 10:00 AM
Registration Options
5K Run — $45 Chip-timed race, official race bib, and the inaugural Spirit of the Lakes Festival 5K commemorative shirt.
Kids 5K (12 & under) — $30 Chip-timed race and bib. Shirts available for purchase. Ages 7 & under register FREE — discount applied at checkout.
Family Fun Run/Walk — Everyone is welcome! Bring the kids, grandma & grandpa, the stroller, the whole crew.
Packet Pickup & Check-In
Pick up your bib and shirt at any of the following:
- Thursday, July 16 | 6:00–8:00 PM | Surfside Park (Spirit of the Lakes Festival)
- Friday, July 17 | 6:00–8:00 PM | Surfside Park (Spirit of the Lakes Festival)
- Saturday, July 18 | 7:30 AM (race morning) | Lost Lake Commons
Event Schedule
- 7:30 AM — Race-day check-in / packet pickup opens
- 8:30 AM — 5K race start
- 10:00 AM — Spirit of the Lakes Parade begins
Sponsorship Opportunities
Want to support the inaugural race and get your business in front of the entire Spirit of the Lakes crowd? Sponsorship opportunities include:
- Starting & Finish Line
- Race Bib
- Commemorative Shirt
- Snacks & Drinks
- Vendor tables at the Start/Finish
Contact Jordan with the Mound Westonka Rotary at WestonkaRotary@gmail.com or 612-269-5632 for sponsorship details.
About the Mound Westonka Rotary Foundation
The Mound Westonka Rotary Club is part of Rotary International — a global network of community leaders dedicated to service above self. Every dollar raised through this event stays local, funding scholarships, youth programs, and community projects across the Westonka area.
Questions? Mound Westonka Rotary | 📞 612-269-5632 | ✉️ WestonkaRotary@gmail.com
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
5k Run
$45 plus registration fees includes chip timed race, race bib and shirt
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Register for 5k Run$50.14Apr 17 - Jul 17
Kids 5k
12 and under - $30 plus registration fee includes chip timed race and race bib. Does not come with a shirt, but shirts are available for purchase
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Register for Kids 5k$34.09
Kids 7 and under register for free - Discount applied at checkout
Apr 17 - Jul 17
Event schedule
- Thu, July 16, 2026 6:00 PM - Race Registration/Packet Pick Up Starts
- Thu, July 16, 2026 8:00 PM - Race Registration/Packet Pick Up Ends
- Fri, July 17, 2026 6:00 PM - Race Registration/Packet Pick Up Starts
- Fri, July 17, 2026 8:00 PM - Race Registration/Packet Pick Up Ends
- Sat, July 18, 2026 7:30 AM - Race Registration/Packet Pick Up Starts
- Sat, July 18, 2026 8:30 AM - Race Registration/Packet Pick Up Ends
- Sat, July 18, 2026 8:30 AM - Race Starts
- Sat, July 18, 2026 10:00 AM - Parade Begins
Contact information
- Event contact
- Mound Westonka Rotary
- Phone
- 612-269-5632
