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Thumbs Up 5K & 10K

Thumbs Up 5K & 10K, Elk River
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Road runs in United States, Elk River

Distances

  • Running

    10K

    10 km

    Start: Sep 22, 02:03 PM

  • Running

    5K

    5 km

    Start: Sep 22, 02:03 PM

  • Running

    Youth Color Run

    0.5 km

About

A 13th annual run/walk/bike event on September 19, 2026 at Lake Orono Park in Elk River, MN, featuring scenic 5K and 10K routes, a family-friendly Youth Color Run, and wellness vendors to support mental health awareness and suicide prevention.

Catering & aid stations

Water stations available along the route. Food trucks on-site (to be announced).

Pacers

Paced runs will be offered with target times per start wave as noted on the race-day schedule (“Renntag für Laufende”). Pacers will display identifiable flags to support participants in maintaining target pacing.

Results

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Surface mix

  • 100% asphalt

Typical weather in Elk River

Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).

Jan23°
07:51
16:57
Feb27°
07:17
17:41
Mar41°23°
07:27
19:21
Apr54°35°
06:29
20:01
May67°48°
05:45
20:38
Jun77°60°
05:27
21:05
Jul82°65°
05:42
21:00
Aug80°63°
06:17
20:22
Sep72°56°
06:54
19:26
Oct57°42°
07:31
18:30
Nov42°28°
07:14
16:45
Dec27°13°
07:48
16:33

Weather data by Open-Meteo

Route maps

What's included in entry

  • Distances
  • Participant Shirt
  • Race Bib
  • Finisher Medal
  • Pre- and Post-Event Activities

FAQ

When and where is the event?

Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Lake Orono Park (18599 Gary St., Elk River, MN 55330). Packet pickup and schedule details available on the race-day page.

What distances are offered and are there youth options?

5K and 10K runs/walks/bikes, plus a non-timed Youth Color Run (ages 3–12) with 1/2K, 1K, and 1 mile options.

What is included in the registration fee?

Entry into your chosen distance, access to all pre- and post-event activities, a participant shirt, race bib, and a finisher medal.

Are there volunteer and team opportunities?

Yes — volunteer roles and team registration are available; teams of 4+ receive a custom team sign and are eligible for fundraising prizes.

Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 11:50:49 PM

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