2026 Loppet Field Day and Surly Brewing Co. Trail Loppet Half Marathon
Trail Loppet: a rugged urban half marathon through Minneapolis’s largest park.
Race Date
Sep 19, 2026
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Trail Loppet, part of the Loppet Field Day weekend, is a rugged urban trail half marathon through Theodore Wirth Park in Minneapolis. With about 305 finishers in recent years, drawing runners from 9 states, it’s a beloved local tradition now in its 19th edition.
The course winds through the park’s wooded trails, offering a true trail running experience within the city. Runners navigate undulating terrain, with roots and rocks underfoot, all while surrounded by the natural beauty of one of Minneapolis’s largest green spaces. The atmosphere is community-driven, with volunteers and spectators cheering along the route.
At the finish line, participants are greeted with music and a free Pryes Brewing drink, capping off a morning of hard-earned effort. The event’s high repeat rate—about 26% return each year—speaks to its appeal as a challenging yet welcoming race that keeps runners coming back.
Race-provided description
Events
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Trail Loppet
September 19 @ 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Trail Loppet An Urban Trail Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
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Saturday, September 19, 2026
Trail Loppet
Our most popular trail running event of the season, the Trail Loppet is a day of rugged, urban trail running in Minneapolis’s largest regional park. The Half Marathon, 10K and 5K races in Theodore Wirth Park are the ultimate urban trail running experience, and all participants will be greeted after the race with music and a free Pryes Brewing drink.
Trail Loppet weekend continues with Loppet Field Day (https://www.loppet.org/events/loppet-fie
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Park, Urban
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
Standout6919 years running
~294 finishers a year
growing or steady
26% returning runners
8 photos
runners from 9 states
winner 1:24:14
typical high 78°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
61°
Afternoon (High)
78°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.2"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
74%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the 2026 Loppet Field Day and Surly Brewing Co. Trail Loppet Half Marathon?
The 2026 Loppet Field Day and Surly Brewing Co. Trail Loppet Half Marathon is held on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Where does the 2026 Loppet Field Day and Surly Brewing Co. Trail Loppet Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
What distances does the 2026 Loppet Field Day and Surly Brewing Co. Trail Loppet Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2026 Loppet Field Day and Surly Brewing Co. Trail Loppet Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The 2026 Loppet Field Day and Surly Brewing Co. Trail Loppet Half Marathon is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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