River Lake Days Run
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Richmond, Minnesota
- Price $16.90 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting River Lake Days Run on Saturday, July 18, 2026, in beautiful Richmond, Stearns! This vibrant event is part of the annual Richmond River Lake Days celebration and offers an exhilarating 10K, a scenic 5K Run/Walk, and a delightful Kids Fun Run. All races will kick off at Centennial Park, where participants will embark on picturesque courses that wind through the charming city and the serene Glacier Lakes Trail.
The 10K begins at 8:00 AM, followed closely by the 5K at 8:10 AM and the Kids Fun Run at 9:30 AM. Runners can look forward to awards for overall finishers and age category placements, making this a thrilling day for everyone involved. Plus, with the fun theme "Richmond is Out of This World," don’t forget to come dressed in your best outer space costume for a chance to win additional prizes! After the race, join in the festivities at the River Lakes Arena for family fun, live music, and delicious food. Don’t miss out on this amazing community event that combines fitness, fun, and celebration!
The 10K begins at 8:00 AM, followed closely by the 5K at 8:10 AM and the Kids Fun Run at 9:30 AM. Runners can look forward to awards for overall finishers and age category placements, making this a thrilling day for everyone involved. Plus, with the fun theme "Richmond is Out of This World," don’t forget to come dressed in your best outer space costume for a chance to win additional prizes! After the race, join in the festivities at the River Lakes Arena for family fun, live music, and delicious food. Don’t miss out on this amazing community event that combines fitness, fun, and celebration!
Organiser's Description
River Lake Days Run Event takes place the Saturday morning during Richmond River Lake Days celebration. The event offers a 10K, 5K Run/Walk, and a Kids Fun Run through the city of Richmond and on Glacier Lakes Trail. All races start and end at CENTENNIAL PARK RICHMOND, MN. The 10K course will take you through the rural township roads with a gradual incline hill from approximately mile 2 to 3 and finishes with a fast downhill at mile 5 ; 5K course winds through the City of Richmond, consisting of both city Rd and Glacier Lakes Bike /Walking Trail. Course distances confirmed with GPS Map My RUN and wheel.
RACE TIMES:
* 10K at 8:00am
* 5K at 8:10
* Kids 1K at 9:30 or following the 10K/5K finish( REGISTRATION TIMES same as 10k 5k)
* Awards immediately following finish of 1K run at the Park Pavilion.
* After our event, head to the RLD grounds AT RIVER LAKES ARENA for other family fun events, music and food!
RACE INFO:
Overall 10k 5k 1st place finishers as well as the first Male and Female finisher for the 10K and 5K will be awarded a Scheels Gift Card. Age Category 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers will receive age category placement logo medals. SHEELS Gift Cards awarded at random drawings from participant numbers will be presented at the Awards ceremony. Must be present to win.
ALL Youth Fun Run participants awarded finisher medal and are also eligible for the gift card random drawing!
Award Winners must be present at the ceremony to receive award as cards and medals will not be mailed to the recipient.
Registration Fee Includes Race T-shirt; T- shirt guaranteed to those registered before 7/1/2026;After 7/1/2026 shirts are first come first serve basis according to registration.
This years River Lake Days Theme is Richmond is Out of This World so f you like extra FUN, come in your best outer space themed costume to be Eligible for an Award !
AGE CATEGORIES: 12 and under, 13-17, 18-22, 23-27, 28-32, 33-37, 38-42, 43-47, 48-52, 53-57, 58-62, and 63-67, 67-75 and up . Categories MAY be modified at the discretion of Race committee dependent on number of participants.
PACKET PICK UP: Friday 7/17/2026 5:30-7:00pm at CENTENNIAL PARK 550 Nature Ave NE Richmond, MN 56368. Late registration also available.
Saturday Race Day Packet Pick up and Same Day Registration 7/18/2026 from 6:30-7:30am . Late Registration is cash or personal check only. No credit card option same day.
Map of 10K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5625350221
Map of 5K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6029749615
RACE RESULTS: Results will be available at www.pickleevents.com [http://www.pickleevents.com] or by clicking the Results menu item on this screen
NOTICE: Please NO pet participants or escorts unless prior approval granted by director. Please email me directly through Runsignup.
PARKING: Parking available at Centennial Park and lon Oakwood Ave NE.
RACE TIMES:
* 10K at 8:00am
* 5K at 8:10
* Kids 1K at 9:30 or following the 10K/5K finish( REGISTRATION TIMES same as 10k 5k)
* Awards immediately following finish of 1K run at the Park Pavilion.
* After our event, head to the RLD grounds AT RIVER LAKES ARENA for other family fun events, music and food!
RACE INFO:
Overall 10k 5k 1st place finishers as well as the first Male and Female finisher for the 10K and 5K will be awarded a Scheels Gift Card. Age Category 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers will receive age category placement logo medals. SHEELS Gift Cards awarded at random drawings from participant numbers will be presented at the Awards ceremony. Must be present to win.
ALL Youth Fun Run participants awarded finisher medal and are also eligible for the gift card random drawing!
Award Winners must be present at the ceremony to receive award as cards and medals will not be mailed to the recipient.
Registration Fee Includes Race T-shirt; T- shirt guaranteed to those registered before 7/1/2026;After 7/1/2026 shirts are first come first serve basis according to registration.
This years River Lake Days Theme is Richmond is Out of This World so f you like extra FUN, come in your best outer space themed costume to be Eligible for an Award !
AGE CATEGORIES: 12 and under, 13-17, 18-22, 23-27, 28-32, 33-37, 38-42, 43-47, 48-52, 53-57, 58-62, and 63-67, 67-75 and up . Categories MAY be modified at the discretion of Race committee dependent on number of participants.
PACKET PICK UP: Friday 7/17/2026 5:30-7:00pm at CENTENNIAL PARK 550 Nature Ave NE Richmond, MN 56368. Late registration also available.
Saturday Race Day Packet Pick up and Same Day Registration 7/18/2026 from 6:30-7:30am . Late Registration is cash or personal check only. No credit card option same day.
Map of 10K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5625350221
Map of 5K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6029749615
RACE RESULTS: Results will be available at www.pickleevents.com [http://www.pickleevents.com] or by clicking the Results menu item on this screen
NOTICE: Please NO pet participants or escorts unless prior approval granted by director. Please email me directly through Runsignup.
PARKING: Parking available at Centennial Park and lon Oakwood Ave NE.
Races
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10K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
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5K Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:10AM CDT)
$27.50
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Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (9:15AM CDT)
$16.90
For the safety of participants, the event start time for the Kid's Run is approximate as it is dependent on the number of runners left to finish the 5K/10K.
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550 Nature Ave NE, Centennial Park, Richmond, 56368, MN, United States
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