Outlaw Run 5k/15k Run-Walk

Sunday, September 7, 2025 Past event

7:00 AM CDT

Northfield, Minnesota

$48.70 · 2 races

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating Outlaw Run 5k/15k Run-Walk on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in the scenic town of Northfield, Rice. This vibrant event, formerly known as the DJJD 5K/15K, has evolved into a must-attend occasion, celebrating both community spirit and local history. The 15K run kicks off at 8:00 AM, allowing participants to experience the thrill of racing through the charming streets of Northfield, while the 5K welcomes runners and walkers alike.

The Outlaw Run pays homage to a pivotal moment in Northfield's history, when the townspeople bravely stood up against the infamous James-Younger Gang in 1876. The event not only promotes health and fitness but also honors the courageous individuals who chased the outlaws from their town. With separate starting mats for each race distance, this promises to be an exciting day filled with camaraderie, competition, and community pride. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable celebration!

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Outlaw Run 15k

Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

The 15K is a RUN ONLY due to the fact that the race finish line must be torn down and off the street by 10:20 am to prepare for the next event on the same street during the Defeat of Jesse James Days celebration.

7:00 AM CDT

$48.70

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Outlaw Run 5k Run/Walk

Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

7:00 AM CDT

$48.70

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Organiser's description

This run was formerly the DJJD 5K/15K managed by Northfield Shares. Historically it took place Sunday of the Defeat of Jesse James Days celebration weekend. The Northfield Historical Society became the new organizer of the run in 2020 and it is bigger and better than ever!

The 15K is a run only and will start at 8:00am. The races use separate starting mats but end at the same location.

WHY THE OUTLAW RUN?
On September 7, 1876, the James-Younger Gang robbed the First National Bank of Northfield. Two Northfield men were killed. The townspeople fought the gang and ran them out of town. A posse was formed and for two weeks after the robbery, the gang was pursued. They were finally apprehended in Madelia, MN. The name of our run, the Outlaw Run, does not seek to glorify the outlaws but to remember the men who chased after the robbers when the outlaws ran from Northfield.