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Juneteenth Fun Run

Minneapolis, United States • 20 Jun 2026

Juneteenth Fun Run - Minneapolis

The Juneteenth Fun Run is scheduled for June 20, 2026, at Theodore Wirth Park in Minneapolis, MN 55422. The event marks Juneteenth, a federal holiday that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and recognizes the gap between the Emancipation Proclamation and the moment when freedom reached all people.

The Loppet Foundation hosts the annual event in partnership with community organizations. The foundation’s stated mission for this event is to connect people to the outdoors through inclusive, year-round activities in Theodore Wirth Park, offering skiing, biking, running, and outdoor education opportunities for all ages and abilities, including youth and neighboring communities.

The Fun Run program includes community-oriented race distances and has no listed entry fee for the published events. Distances offered at the event include:

  • Kids Half Mile
  • 5K

The description emphasizes commemoration, community partnership, and outdoor access as core aspects of the event. The location within Theodore Wirth Park is highlighted as part of the foundation’s ongoing programming for outdoor recreation and education. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Minnesota Minneapolis

Race information

Registration
5 km
Kids Half Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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