Promise 5K & Bensky's Race

  • Date Sat 10th October 2026
  • Time 8:45AM CDT
  • Location Willmar, Minnesota
  • Price Free - $38.10
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 1km, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for a day of fun and purpose at the 7th Annual Promise 5K & Bensky's Race on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, in beautiful Willmar, Kandiyohi! This exciting event takes place at Robbins Island Regional Park, where participants will enjoy a scenic 5K route along picturesque walking trails that wind around Willmar Lake. Not only will you be challenging yourself physically, but you'll also be supporting a great cause, as this race aims to raise funds and awareness for Children of the Promise in Northern Haiti.

Join fellow runners and walkers in this vibrant community event that is part of the Glacial Lakes Championship Running Series. With official timing and results available online, every participant can track their performance. If you can't make it to Willmar, don't worry! You can still take part in the Promise 5K Virtual Run/Walk from your own neighborhood, local park, or even on a treadmill. After the race, indulge in a delicious slice of pie at the Pie-K, learn more about the impactful work being done in Haiti, and browse unique Haitian-made artwork. Mark your calendars for this uplifting event that combines fitness, community spirit, and charitable giving!

Organiser's Description

The Promise 5K is an annual event held in effort to raise funds and awareness for the work of Children of the Promise in Northern Haiti. This year, the 7th Annual Promise 5K will be held at Robbins Island Park IN WILLMAR, MINNESOTA!

WILLMAR, MN LOCATION: ROBBINS ISLAND REGIONAL PARK

The route follows beautiful walking trails through the park and around Willmar Lake. In addition to the great outdoors, enjoy a slice of pie at the Pie-K, stick around to hear more about what's happening in Haiti, and browse Haitian-made artwork. The 5K race is part of the GLACIAL LAKES CHAMPIONSHIP RUNNING SERIES OF WEST CENTRAL MINNESOTA, and there will be official timing with results posted online at http://www.glcrsrun.com/ via Pickle Events.

NOT LOCAL TO THE WILLMAR AREA? NO PROBLEM! There is also the Promise 5K Virtual Run/Walk, which can be completed in your own neighborhood, at a local park, or even the treadmill.

_This event is a fundraiser for Children of the Promise._

Races

  • Bensky's Race: Kids Fun Run (WILLMAR, MN)

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 10th October 2026 (8:45AM CDT)

    Free

    OPENS 14 JUL
    The Kids Fun Run will be held prior to the Promise 5K at Robbins Island Regional Park. This Kids Fun Run is named in honor of a boy named Bensky. Bensky lived much of his life at COTP, and during that time, he found his purpose. Even though he couldnt walk, he lived a life of motion and impact. Bensky tragically passed away in 2021, and his life left a mark on many!
  • Promise 5K Run/Walk (WILLMAR, MN)

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 10th October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)

    $38.10

    OPENS 14 JUL
    This is an officially timed race and is a part of the Glacial Lakes Running Series. The race will be held at Robbins Island Regional Park in Willmar, MN. Thanks to our sponsors, all registration fees and free will donations go directly towards supporting Children of the Promise.
  • Bensky's Race/Promise 5K (VIRTUAL)

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    $38.10

    OPENS 14 JUL
    If you are located outside of the Willmar, MN area, the Virtual Promise 5K is a great option for you! This run/walk can be completed in your own neighborhood, at a local park, or even the treadmill. Share the news with your friends, register for the race, and complete a 5K on your own time!

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Location

Robbins Island Regional Park, Highway 71 S N, Willmar, 56201, MN, United States

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