Leif's Run 2025
- Date Sat 11th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Norway, Michigan
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at Leif's Run 2025, taking place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in charming Norway, Dickinson. This vibrant event offers something for everyone, featuring a 10K, 5K, and a delightful 2-mile fun run, all part of the lively Leif Erikson Festival. Kick off your day with race day registration from 7:30 to 8:30 am in the City Hall lobby, followed by chip-timed races that promise a thrilling experience for both competitive runners and families.
As you race through the scenic streets of Downtown Norway, you'll be cheered on by enthusiastic Vikings and festival-goers. Awards will be presented at 10:30 am at the City Band Shell, with prizes for top finishers and a fun "Best Costume" category. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a day filled with festivities, including live music, delicious food vendors, Viking reenactments, a fine art show, and more. Don’t miss the chance to explore the parade and the unique Viking funeral pyre ceremony at Strawberry Lake Park! Register now and receive $5 in Viking Bucks to spend at local businesses while you immerse yourself in the cultural celebration that is Leif's
As you race through the scenic streets of Downtown Norway, you'll be cheered on by enthusiastic Vikings and festival-goers. Awards will be presented at 10:30 am at the City Band Shell, with prizes for top finishers and a fun "Best Costume" category. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a day filled with festivities, including live music, delicious food vendors, Viking reenactments, a fine art show, and more. Don’t miss the chance to explore the parade and the unique Viking funeral pyre ceremony at Strawberry Lake Park! Register now and receive $5 in Viking Bucks to spend at local businesses while you immerse yourself in the cultural celebration that is Leif's
Organiser's Description
Leif's Run offers a 10K, 5K and 2-mile fun run. The race is held as part of the Leif Erikson Festival in Norway, MI on October 11, 2025.
Race day registration and check-in will take place in the lobby of the City Hall from 7:30-8:30 am. Parking is available on side streets. Awards handed out at 10:30 in the City Band Shell next to the City Hall. Course will close at 11:00 to open for festival traffic.
The race will be chip-timed with race receipts provided by Tortoise and Hare Timing of Arbor Vitae, WI along with long-sleeve shirts featuring the Viking logo. The course will begin and end in Downtown Norway in front of the City Hall and City Band Shell. Finish with cheers from our Vikings along with spectators from the festival! Awards and prizes for top finishers overall (male and female for 10k, 5k, and 2-mile) and in each age group (10k and 5k) along with BEST COSTUME (all races eligible)!
After the race, stick around - there will be music in the City Band Shell! Food vendors, Viking reenactments, fine art show, blacksmith demonstration, children's activities, crowning of Miss Norway and a parade in the afternoon. The festival will wrap up with a walk for the Viking funeral pyre at Strawberry Lake Park.
Race participants will all receive $5 in Viking Bucks as part of their registration to be used at participating Norway businesses.
Race day registration and check-in will take place in the lobby of the City Hall from 7:30-8:30 am. Parking is available on side streets. Awards handed out at 10:30 in the City Band Shell next to the City Hall. Course will close at 11:00 to open for festival traffic.
The race will be chip-timed with race receipts provided by Tortoise and Hare Timing of Arbor Vitae, WI along with long-sleeve shirts featuring the Viking logo. The course will begin and end in Downtown Norway in front of the City Hall and City Band Shell. Finish with cheers from our Vikings along with spectators from the festival! Awards and prizes for top finishers overall (male and female for 10k, 5k, and 2-mile) and in each age group (10k and 5k) along with BEST COSTUME (all races eligible)!
After the race, stick around - there will be music in the City Band Shell! Food vendors, Viking reenactments, fine art show, blacksmith demonstration, children's activities, crowning of Miss Norway and a parade in the afternoon. The festival will wrap up with a walk for the Viking funeral pyre at Strawberry Lake Park.
Race participants will all receive $5 in Viking Bucks as part of their registration to be used at participating Norway businesses.
Races
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10k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$32.80
Race day registration and check-in in the lobby of the City Hall from 7:30-8:30 am. Parking is available on side streets. Awards handed out at 10:30 in the City Band Shell next to the City Hall. Course will close at 11:00 to open for festival traffic. Race entry includes a long-sleeve t-shirt, but there is an option for no t-shirt with a $10 price reduction. Only those runners who pre-register will be guaranteed to receive a t-shirt, if selected. Race starts on Main Street near City Hall entrance. A scenic town course featuring two challenging hills and a lap around Strawberry Lake. Miles will be marked with two water stops. Finish on Main Street in front of the City Band Shell. -
5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:05AM CDT)
$27.50
Race day registration and check-in in the lobby of the City Hall from 7:30-8:30 am. Parking is available on side streets. Awards handed out at 10:30 in the City Band Shell next to the City Hall. Course will close at 11:00 to open for festival traffic. Race entry includes a long-sleeve t-shirt, but there is an option for no t-shirt with a $10 price reduction. Only those runners who pre-register will be guaranteed to receive a t-shirt, if selected. Race starts on Main Street near City Hall entrance. A scenic town course featuring one challenging hill and a lap around Strawberry Lake. Miles will be marked with one water stop. Finish on Main Street in front of the City Band Shell. -
2-Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:10AM CDT)
$22.20
Race day registration and check-in in the lobby of the City Hall from 7:30-8:30 am. Parking is available on side streets. Awards handed out at 10:30 in the City Band Shell next to the City Hall. Course will close at 11:00 to open for festival traffic. Race entry includes a long-sleeve t-shirt, but there is an option for no t-shirt with a $10 price reduction. Only those runners who pre-register will be guaranteed to receive a t-shirt, if selected. Race starts on Main Street near City Hall entrance. A scenic town course with a lap around Strawberry Lake. Finish on Main Street in front of the City Band Shell.
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