Essentia Health Iron Range Half Marathon
- Date Fri 15th August 2025
- Time 6:00PM CDT
- Location Virginia, Minnesota
- Price $38.35 - $91.35
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting running experience at the Essentia Health Iron Range Half Marathon on August 15, 2025, in Virginia, St. Louis County, Minnesota! This inaugural half marathon is set to be a fantastic event in the quad city areas of Northern Minnesota's Iron Range. Participants will gather at the Iron Trail Motors Event Center in Virginia before being transported to the breathtaking Mesabi Trail headquarters in Eveleth. The half marathon route will take runners through the stunning North Woods, passing through Gilbert and finishing back in Virginia at the iconic ITMEC, with a highlight being the Thomas Rukavina Memorial Bridge, the highest bridge in Minnesota!
But the excitement doesn't stop there! This year also features a brand new 5K event on the evening of August 15, starting and finishing at the Iron Trail Event Center. This timed race will have the same age divisions as the half marathon, making it a perfect way to kick off the weekend festivities. Don't forget to register by July 31st to secure your race t-shirt! Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time runner, the Essentia Health Iron Range Half Marathon promises a memorable experience filled with camaraderie and the beauty of Minnesota's landscapes. Join in
But the excitement doesn't stop there! This year also features a brand new 5K event on the evening of August 15, starting and finishing at the Iron Trail Event Center. This timed race will have the same age divisions as the half marathon, making it a perfect way to kick off the weekend festivities. Don't forget to register by July 31st to secure your race t-shirt! Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time runner, the Essentia Health Iron Range Half Marathon promises a memorable experience filled with camaraderie and the beauty of Minnesota's landscapes. Join in
Organiser's Description
A first of its kind half marathon in the quad city areas of Northern Minnesota's Iron Range. The race will start with participants meeting at the Iron Trail Motors Event Center in Virginia, Minnesota the morning of August 16th. Busses will transport participants to the Mesabi Trail headquarters in Eveleth, Minnesota. The race starts in Eveleth at the trail head and continues through the beautiful North woods from Eveleth through Gilbert and into Virginia on the Mesabi Trail, including the iconic Thomas Rukavina Memorial bridge (the highest bridge in Minnesota) ending at the ITMEC. For more race details check out ironrangehalfmarathon.com To receive a race t-shirt, you must be registered by July 31st!
Awards:
Official results and age division awards will be based on your Chip time.
Age Divisions are as follows:
12-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-99
NEW THIS YEAR: Friday evening will be our first year 5k event! The race will begin and end at the iron trail event center, and it will be a timed event with the same age divisions. Come join us for some fun to kick off the big half marathon weekend!
Awards:
Official results and age division awards will be based on your Chip time.
Age Divisions are as follows:
12-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-99
NEW THIS YEAR: Friday evening will be our first year 5k event! The race will begin and end at the iron trail event center, and it will be a timed event with the same age divisions. Come join us for some fun to kick off the big half marathon weekend!
Essentia Health Iron Range Half Marathon
