Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
- Price $16.90 - $100.64
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in the beautiful city of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota! Celebrating an incredible 31 years, this popular event invites runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to take part in a variety of races, including a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Youth Run. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a family looking for a fun day out, there's something for everyone in this vibrant community gathering.
This year, the race day activities, including the beloved pasta feed, will be hosted at Peoples Park, located at 1324 Peoples Street. Enjoy the scenic Minnesota roadways as you challenge yourself mile after mile alongside thousands of fellow participants. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to run like a legend with a legend—register now and be part of this unforgettable day!
This year, the race day activities, including the beloved pasta feed, will be hosted at Peoples Park, located at 1324 Peoples Street. Enjoy the scenic Minnesota roadways as you challenge yourself mile after mile alongside thousands of fellow participants. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to run like a legend with a legend—register now and be part of this unforgettable day!
Organiser's Description
PRE-RACE EMAIL LINK [https://conta.cc/4i0DJkp]
RUN LIKE A LEGEND WITH A LEGEND IN 2026
HELP US CELEBRATE 31 YEARS OF THE ESSENTIA HEALTH - DICK BEARDSLEY RACES IN BEAUTIFUL DETROIT LAKES, MINNESOTA!
On SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 join thousands of runners as you take on mile after mile of scenic Minnesota roadway. With options for runners/walkers of all ages and abilities (Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Youth Run courses), THESE RACES ARE FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Register to run today.
**NOTE** NEW LOCATION FOR 2026 RACE DAY ACTIVITIES - DUE TO CONSTRUCTION, RACE DAY ACTIVITIES AND THE FAN FAVORITE PASTA FEED WILL BE HELD IN PEOPLES PARK: 1324 PEOPLES STREET, DETROIT LAKES, MN 56501 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/NK1m3xZGGfYwMs2L9]
RUN LIKE A LEGEND WITH A LEGEND IN 2026
HELP US CELEBRATE 31 YEARS OF THE ESSENTIA HEALTH - DICK BEARDSLEY RACES IN BEAUTIFUL DETROIT LAKES, MINNESOTA!
On SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 join thousands of runners as you take on mile after mile of scenic Minnesota roadway. With options for runners/walkers of all ages and abilities (Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Youth Run courses), THESE RACES ARE FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Register to run today.
**NOTE** NEW LOCATION FOR 2026 RACE DAY ACTIVITIES - DUE TO CONSTRUCTION, RACE DAY ACTIVITIES AND THE FAN FAVORITE PASTA FEED WILL BE HELD IN PEOPLES PARK: 1324 PEOPLES STREET, DETROIT LAKES, MN 56501 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/NK1m3xZGGfYwMs2L9]
Races
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Andy Beardsley Memorial 5K
Incl. $4.54 Fee & Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$63.54
CLOSEDThe Andy Beardsley Memorial 5K, which was renamed after Dick Beardsleys son who died in 2015, is one of our most special events. Andy was a local to Detroit Lakes who loved the outdoors especially if he was fishing with his dad. Although he didnt consider himself a runner, Andy completed a 5K himself, exemplifying the ability to take on a challenge and complete a race. Ready to take on the challenge like Andy? Our 5K is open to all ages and levels, so dont sweat it if youre a new runner. Youll run (or walk) along Detroit Lake and the beautiful city to cross the finish line! Its an event you wont want to miss. As his dads infamous quote reminds us, When you cross that finish line, it will change your life forever!" -
10k
Incl. $4.84 Fee & Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$68.84
CLOSEDThe 10K course will take you along 6.2 miles of glittering Detroit Lake shoreline. With a mostly flat course, its a perfect way to get in your end of summer run! -
Half Marathon
Incl. $6.64 Fee & Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$100.64
CLOSEDCelebrate this famous Minnesotans passion for running by getting in some miles at the Dick Beardsley Races! With options for all age groups, its fun for the whole family. **Must be 16 years or older on race day to participate in the half marathon.** -
Youth Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (11:00AM CDT)
$16.90
CLOSEDEven the kids can join in! Register your little runners for the youth run. Youth runners will receive a t-shirt and a fun finish line to commemorate their achievement! Approx. 1 Mile kids run for ages 3-12! Parents can run with their kiddos! While its not required, parents/guardians are absolutely welcome to run alongside their child, as long as you stay with them the entire time.
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