Elgin EMS Cheese Chase 5K/1K
- Date Sat 20th June 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Elgin, Minnesota
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a gouda time at the fifth annual Elgin EMS Cheese Chase 5K/1K on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in the charming town of Elgin, Wabasha! This delightful event promises a morning filled with laughter, friendly competition, and all the cheesy goodness you can handle. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to have fun, this race welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. Lace up your sneakers at 9:00 AM and join in the festivities during the beloved Elgin Cheese Days celebration.
In addition to the exhilarating race distances, participants can look forward to exciting new prize categories, including the Cheesiest Outfit Award and the Best Team Theme Prize, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine! Plus, kids can compete for the First 3 Youth Kids to Finish award, making this a family-friendly event that’s all about community spirit. Don’t forget to personalize your race bib and event shirt at the interactive stations, turning your race day into a unique and memorable experience. With fun goodies in your race bags and a post-race cheese celebration awaiting you, mark your calendars and grab your crew for a day of fun and camaraderie like no other!
In addition to the exhilarating race distances, participants can look forward to exciting new prize categories, including the Cheesiest Outfit Award and the Best Team Theme Prize, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine! Plus, kids can compete for the First 3 Youth Kids to Finish award, making this a family-friendly event that’s all about community spirit. Don’t forget to personalize your race bib and event shirt at the interactive stations, turning your race day into a unique and memorable experience. With fun goodies in your race bags and a post-race cheese celebration awaiting you, mark your calendars and grab your crew for a day of fun and camaraderie like no other!
Organiser's Description
Get ready to run, laugh, and chase the cheese! female sign Were thrilled to bring back our fifth annual Cheese Chase Raceand its going to be bigger and more fun than ever. Whether youre a seasoned racer or just in it for the smiles, this event is packed with friendly competition, great vibes, and plenty of cheesy goodness. Grab your crew and dont miss out on one of the most fun-filled days of the Cheese Days celebration!
No matter your pacerun, walk, skip, or even crawlwe want YOU at the starting line! The Elgin EMS Cheese Chase 5K/1K returns Saturday, June 20 at 9:00 AM during Elgin Cheese Days. Its a morning full of fun, smiles, and community pride, all in support of Elgin EMS. Bring your family, bring your friends, and get ready for a gouda time!
_NEW THIS YEAR: _
EPIC PRIZE CATEGORIES! Get ready to amp up the excitement with three incredible prize categories that will take our event to the next level!
* CHEESIEST OUTFIT AWARD - Show off your most outrageous, over-the-top costume and win big!
* BEST TEAM THEME PRIZE - Unleash your team's creativity and spirit with the most impressive group ensemble!
* FASTEST 5K RACER AWARD - Calling all speed demons - prove you're the ultimate champion of the course!
* FIRST 3 YOUTH KIDS TO FINISH - Lace up those lightning-fast kicks and channel your inner champion! Grit, determination, and the promise of a hilariously awesome cheese-themed prize await!
Don't miss your chance to compete, have fun, and potentially take home bragging rights and awesome prizes!
GET READY TO MAKE YOUR RACE BIB LEGENDARY! Our epic race bib station is your canvas for creativity and inspiration! Customize your bib like never before and turn your race day into an unforgettable personal statement. Want to honor a loved one? Showcase your team spirit? Or add a motivational quote that'll make you run faster? We've got you covered!
Design your ultimate race bib with our interactive station packed with awesome stickers, markers, and personalization options. Make your bib a reflection of your passion, your journey, and your incredible racing spirit. From heartfelt tributes to hilarious personal challenges, your race bib will be as unique as YOU!
* Personalize with meaningful messages
* Choose from a wide array of fun stickers
* Showcase your team or personal motivation
* Create a race day memory that lasts forever
Your race bib isn't just a number it's your story, your moment, your celebration! Let's make race day extraordinary!
PERSONALIZE YOUR EVENT SHIRT! We're offering an awesome custom printing station from 8-10AM where you can make your shirt uniquely yours! Choose from exciting options like:
* Your name or nickname
* Personal jersey number
* Patriotic American Flag design
Transform your race shirt into a one-of-a-kind memento! Prices range from just $5-$20, depending on your customization. _Pro tip: Bring cash and get ready to add some personal flair to your event gear!_ sparkles
WE HAVE SOME FUN THINGS WE WILL BE STUFFING YOUR RACE BAGS WITH THIS YEAR! SIGN UP FAST TO LOCK IN YOUR GOODIE BAG ALONG WITH YOUR T-SHIRT OR TANK! BY SIGNING UP BEFORE JUNE 5TH, YOU WILL BE GUARANTEED SWAG!
RACE REGISTRATION PRICES:
Adults: $30
Youth 0-18: $10
Spring Chickens 65 & up: $20
CHEESE LOVERS UNITE! EPIC POST-RACE CHEESE CELEBRATION AWAITS! GET READY FOR A FLAVOR EXPLOSION AFTER CROSSING THAT FINISH LINE! FEMALE SIGNMALE SIGN
No matter your pacerun, walk, skip, or even crawlwe want YOU at the starting line! The Elgin EMS Cheese Chase 5K/1K returns Saturday, June 20 at 9:00 AM during Elgin Cheese Days. Its a morning full of fun, smiles, and community pride, all in support of Elgin EMS. Bring your family, bring your friends, and get ready for a gouda time!
_NEW THIS YEAR: _
EPIC PRIZE CATEGORIES! Get ready to amp up the excitement with three incredible prize categories that will take our event to the next level!
* CHEESIEST OUTFIT AWARD - Show off your most outrageous, over-the-top costume and win big!
* BEST TEAM THEME PRIZE - Unleash your team's creativity and spirit with the most impressive group ensemble!
* FASTEST 5K RACER AWARD - Calling all speed demons - prove you're the ultimate champion of the course!
* FIRST 3 YOUTH KIDS TO FINISH - Lace up those lightning-fast kicks and channel your inner champion! Grit, determination, and the promise of a hilariously awesome cheese-themed prize await!
Don't miss your chance to compete, have fun, and potentially take home bragging rights and awesome prizes!
GET READY TO MAKE YOUR RACE BIB LEGENDARY! Our epic race bib station is your canvas for creativity and inspiration! Customize your bib like never before and turn your race day into an unforgettable personal statement. Want to honor a loved one? Showcase your team spirit? Or add a motivational quote that'll make you run faster? We've got you covered!
Design your ultimate race bib with our interactive station packed with awesome stickers, markers, and personalization options. Make your bib a reflection of your passion, your journey, and your incredible racing spirit. From heartfelt tributes to hilarious personal challenges, your race bib will be as unique as YOU!
* Personalize with meaningful messages
* Choose from a wide array of fun stickers
* Showcase your team or personal motivation
* Create a race day memory that lasts forever
Your race bib isn't just a number it's your story, your moment, your celebration! Let's make race day extraordinary!
PERSONALIZE YOUR EVENT SHIRT! We're offering an awesome custom printing station from 8-10AM where you can make your shirt uniquely yours! Choose from exciting options like:
* Your name or nickname
* Personal jersey number
* Patriotic American Flag design
Transform your race shirt into a one-of-a-kind memento! Prices range from just $5-$20, depending on your customization. _Pro tip: Bring cash and get ready to add some personal flair to your event gear!_ sparkles
WE HAVE SOME FUN THINGS WE WILL BE STUFFING YOUR RACE BAGS WITH THIS YEAR! SIGN UP FAST TO LOCK IN YOUR GOODIE BAG ALONG WITH YOUR T-SHIRT OR TANK! BY SIGNING UP BEFORE JUNE 5TH, YOU WILL BE GUARANTEED SWAG!
RACE REGISTRATION PRICES:
Adults: $30
Youth 0-18: $10
Spring Chickens 65 & up: $20
CHEESE LOVERS UNITE! EPIC POST-RACE CHEESE CELEBRATION AWAITS! GET READY FOR A FLAVOR EXPLOSION AFTER CROSSING THAT FINISH LINE! FEMALE SIGNMALE SIGN
Races
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Elgin EMS Cheese Chase 5K/1K
Incl. T-SHIRT or TANK TOP
Sat 20th June 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
FYI--The price for the youth and seniors will show in the checkout page with correct pricing!
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