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Big Woods Run

Name: Big Woods Run
Start: 2025-09-27
End: 2025-09-27
Location: Faribault

Faribault, United States • 27 Sep 2025

The Big Woods Run is an annual scenic running event held in Faribault, Minnesota, at St. John's United Church of Christ near Big Woods State Park. Scheduled for September 27, 2025, it offers multiple race distances including a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a Kids Fun Run.

The course features a mix of roads and cross-country trails, providing runners with beautiful views of southern Minnesota's countryside during peak fall colors. Participants enjoy a welcoming atmosphere with homemade food like fresh cookies and soup after the race. The event is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a picturesque and challenging run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Minnesota Faribault

Race information

Website

13 mi

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

5 km

Kids K

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Saturday Nov 15

Run the Ritter

Lakeville - 24 mi from Faribault

3 mi

5 mi

10 mi

Run The Ritter is a trail running event held in Lakeville, Minnesota, featuring 3-mile, 5-mile, and 10-mile distance options, along with a Canicross division for runners with dogs. The course consists of a 5-mile loop with rolling hills, a mix of wide off-road trails, some gravel road sections, and..