Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ Loopet Loppet
Crystal, United States • 17 Oct 2026
Event Overview
The Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ Loopet Loppet takes place in Minneapolis, specifically within Theodore Wirth Park. The event focuses on the connection with the outdoors and honors the Dakota people, land, and traditions associated with Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ, which is the Dakota name for Bassett Creek. Participants navigate a course that runs alongside this waterway.
Course and Format
The primary format of the event involves completing as many 5-mile loops as possible within a set timeframe. The terrain follows the creek and allows participants to engage with the natural environment through walking or running.
Registration Categories
Participants can select from several participation options based on time and distance:
- 12-Hour Individual: A solo ultra-distance event focused on endurance over a twelve-hour period.
- 6-Hour Individual: A solo ultra-distance event focused on endurance over a six-hour period.
- Relay: A team-based option for groups of four participants to complete loops together or in succession.
- 1 Loop Fun Run/Walk: An untimed single-loop experience open to all ages, intended for individuals or groups.
- Kids Little Loopet: A specific category designed for children under the age of eight.
The event is held at 1221 Theodore Wirth Parkway. Facilities and the course are organized to facilitate multiple loops starting and ending in the same general area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.