Happy Hour Trail Run

Elk River, United States • 29-30 Jul-Sep 2026

Happy Hour Trail Run - MTRC x MNBRS

This series of group trail runs and hikes is presented by MN Trail Run Collective and MN Brewery Running Series. The events take place between July 29, 2026 and September 30, 2026. Registration is free and opens on June 23, 2026; registration closes on each event date.

Distances offered

  • 3 Miles
  • 3 Miles
  • 2.5 Miles

Each meetup pairs a short trail outing with a visit to a nearby taproom. The Bethel Haunted Forest meetup lists the trail at 23249 University Ave, East Bethel, MN 55005. That trail was new as of July 2020, is not highly groomed, and participants are advised to bring bug spray. Post run brews are scheduled at Garphish Brewing Company.

The Mahnomen Trailhead meetup is at the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge Mahnomen Trail. The route is described as a very easy, double wide trail. Post run brews are scheduled at Sunken Ship Brewing Company.

The Woodland Trails Regional Park meetup is at 20135 Elk Lake Rd NW, Elk River, MN 55330. The route is partially paved and partially natural, includes a few short climbs, and follows the Prairie, Poplar, Wash Pond loop. Road or trail shoes are acceptable. Post run brews are scheduled at AEGIR Brewing Company. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

3 mi
Woodland Trails Regional Park X Aegir Brewing Company
3 mi
Bethel Haunted Forest X Garphish Brewing Company
3 mi
Mahnomen Trailhead X Sunken Ship Brewing
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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A community alumni, family and friends 2.5K and 5K run and walk at the National Sports Center in Blaine, Minnesota. Registration runs April 20 to August 14, 2026; entry fee is $10 and light refreshments follow.

Clothing optional 5K and 1 mile thirsty/beer mile at Oakwood in Stacy, Minnesota, held August 22, 2026. Adults 18 or older may participate, and the beer mile requires age 21 or older.

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