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Name: Run with the Hounds
Start: 2026-07-18
End: 2026-07-18
Location: Hermantown

Hermantown, United States • 18 Jul 2026

Run with the Hounds

Run with the Hounds is the second annual 5K event held on July 18, 2026, at Snowflake Nordic Ski Center in Duluth, Minnesota. The course uses the venue's cross country ski trails and finishes with refreshments for participants.

The event is organized as a timed running race with official timing provided by Duluth Timing and Events. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Duluth East Boys and Girls Cross Country Team. Pies will be awarded to overall winners, age group winners, and family challenge winners.

Registration opens May 7, 2026 and closes July 5, 2026. The stated registration fee is $22.64. Participants who are registered by July 4 are guaranteed a running accessory. Every participant receives a sweet treat at the finish line.

Location details: Snowflake Nordic Ski Center, 4348 Rice Lake Road, Duluth, MN 55811. The event description and logistics emphasize the use of ski trails as the running surface and the community benefit for the local cross country team. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Minnesota Hermantown

Race information

Registration

5 km

Run With the Hounds 5k

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

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