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Panther Pacers Cross Country Alumni, Family and Friends 5k

Name: Panther Pacers Cross Country Alumni, Family and Friends 5k
Start: 2026-08-15
End: 2026-08-15
Location: Blaine

Blaine, United States • 15 Aug 2026

Panther Pacers Cross Country Alumni, Family and Friends 5k

This event is an alumni, family and friends run associated with the Panthers program, held in August 2026 at the National Sports Center in Blaine, Minnesota. It is presented as a season kickoff and provides opportunities for supporters of current team members as well as former team participants.

Races take place around the grass soccer fields at the National Sports Center. The gathering point is near Parking Lot D at the corner of 105th Ave NE and Davenport RD. The venue address is 1750 105th Ave NE, Blaine, MN 55449.

Two distance options are offered:

5K
2.5K

Registration opens April 20, 2026 and closes August 14, 2026. The entry fee is $10.00. Light snacks and refreshments are provided after the race. Organizers indicate that a detailed course map is expected to be made available prior to the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Minnesota Blaine

Race information

Registration

5 km

2.5k

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

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