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Trail Loppet

Name: Trail Loppet
Start: 2025-09-21
End: 2025-09-21
Location: Minneapolis

Minneapolis, United States • 21 Sep 2025

The Utepils Trail Loppet is a popular urban trail running event held in Minneapolis’s Theodore Wirth Park. It features a variety of races, including a half marathon, 10K, and 5K, offering participants a rugged trail experience through scenic park trails. The event includes a festival atmosphere with post-race music and a free Utepils beer for finishers.

The weekend also hosts Loppet Field Day, a family-friendly day of trail and field activities for all ages. Proceeds support the Loppet Foundation’s mission to promote outdoor adventure and community engagement. The event emphasizes inclusivity, with awards for all genders and non-binary participants, and offers training plans and volunteer opportunities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Minnesota Minneapolis

Race information

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13 mi

Half Marathon

10 km

10k – Half a Half Marathon

5 km

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

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