Run for the Roses 5k and Family Day

Saturday, May 1, 2027
9:45 AM CDT
Hastings, Minnesota
$11.60–$43.40 · 3 races
5km

Event summary

Get ready for a day of excitement and community spirit at the Run for the Roses 5K and Family Day on Saturday, May 1, 2027, in beautiful Hastings, Dakota! This Derby-themed event celebrates the heart and soul of the Kentucky Derby while supporting a noble cause—This Old Horse, Inc. Participants will enjoy a picturesque out-and-back course along the scenic Mississippi Riverwalk, starting and finishing at Levee Park. This chip-timed race ensures that every runner can track their performance, with results available on the Wayzata Results website.

But there’s so much more than just the race! Families can indulge in a vibrant atmosphere filled with live music, mouth-watering food trucks, and exciting Derby-themed activities. Don’t forget to check out the runner specials at local bars and restaurants, making it a perfect day for everyone, including leashed dogs! Plus, don’t miss the chance to try on and purchase BROOKS running shoes at their pop-up tent on site. Join us for a fantastic day of fun, fitness, and community, all while supporting the lifelong care of off-track Thoroughbreds!

Races

  • 5k Run

    Opens in 1 month

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    10:00 AM CDT

    $43.40

  • Couch Potato / Virtual Run

    Virtual
    Opens in 2 months

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Why leave the couch--or your own hometown? We will send you a shirt and send us a photo of you, wherever you are, thinking of us!

    9:45 AM CDT

    $43.40

  • Kids Run

    Opens in 2 months

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    9:45 AM CDT

    $11.60

Organiser's description

Celebrate the Kentucky Derby spirit at the Run for the Roses 5K Fun Run, a family-friendly, Derby-themed event supporting This Old Horse, Inc. The out-and-back course starts and ends at Levee Park and follows the scenic Mississippi Riverwalk in historic downtown Hastings.

This is an "official" chip-timed race with results posted on the Wayzata Results website.

Strava link is here: https://www.strava.com/routes/3349735461047006342

With live music, food trucks, Derby-themed activities, and runner specials at local bars and restaurants, its a full day of fun for the whole family leashed dogs included.

BROOKS RUNNING SHOES WILL HAVE A POP-UP TENT ON SITE--TRY 'EM, BUY 'EM!

Proceeds support lifelong care, retraining, and sanctuary for off-track Thoroughbreds, ensuring every racehorse has a safe and dignified life after the finish line.

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Location

20 Ramsey Street, Hastings, 55033, MN, United States

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