
Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Minneapolis
Race Date
Aug 15, 2026
Location
Maple Grove, MN
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 15, 2026
- Location
- Maple Grove, Minnesota
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
The Experience
Beat the heat and treat yourself at the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half Marathon—a sweet celebration of summer miles and frozen rewards. Whether you’re racing the speedy 5K, cruising through the 10K, or going the distance in the Half Marathon, this event is designed to be fun, festive, and refreshingly cool from start to finish. We will be gathering the Fernbrook Elementary School in Maple Grove, MN. When you cross the finish line, your reward is waiting: a delicious, ice-cold popsicle to help you chill out and celebrate your accomplishment. Every finisher will also receive a custom Popsicle-themed finisher medal—bright, bold, and worthy of showing off. Awards will be presented in all three distances to the top three male and female finishers in standard five-year age groups, beginning with 10 & Under. Whether you’re chasing a podium spot or just looking for a cool way to log some summer miles, the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half Marathon is the perfect blend of fun and fast.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Fernbrook Elementary School, Maple Grove, MN, 55369
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
limited extras
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 79°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
62°
Afternoon (High)
79°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.2"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
73%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Minneapolis?
The Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Minneapolis is held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Minneapolis take place?
It takes place in Maple Grove, Minnesota.
What distances does the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Minneapolis offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Minneapolis course flat and good for a PR?
The Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Minneapolis is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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