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2026 Run The Ritter

Expected Race Date

~Nov 2026

Date not yet announced — this is when the race usually runs.

Location

Lakeville, MN

Quick facts

Date
around November 2026 (expected)
Location
Lakeville, Minnesota
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Trail
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Atmosphere

Local CommunityGreat MedalGreat Post Race

Course

Well Marked

The Experience

November Run Information

Event

Register (https://www.raceentry.com/races/run-the-ritter/2026/register)

Location:  Ritter Farm Park in Lakeville, MN Date: November 14, 2026 Time:  8am Distances:  3 mile, 5 mile and 10 mile

Canicross

RRCA 5 Mile State Championship Part of Upper Midwest Trail Runners Trail Series

[image: https://runtheritter.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/RRCA-Championship-Logo-150x150.jpg]

All Participants Receive

Well marked course Chip timed results Wooden finisher medal Parking guidance Long Sleeve Shirt Post Race Pancake Breakfast 

Merchandise

For purchase during registration or on site

Awards

RRCA 5 mile Championship award to Top male and female in 1-40, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+ age divisions 

Overall male and female in each race (3 and 5 mile; 10 mile and Canicross) receives special prize (tbd)

10 mile RRCA Championship medal to overall male/female; 40+; 50+ and 60+

Community Donation

Run the Ritter has donated $8,400 to date to the City of Lakeville

Logistics

Race Day

around November 2026 (expected)

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

Lakeville, MN

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

trail

Scenery

Park

Surface

Dirt Trail

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details0/15

limited extras

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather2/10

typical high 41°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

29°

Afternoon (High)

41°

Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times

0.1"

Precipitation

14 mph

Wind

70%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the 2026 Run The Ritter?

The 2026 Run The Ritter hasn't announced its next date yet, but it typically takes place around November 2026 (expected).

Where does the 2026 Run The Ritter take place?

It takes place in Lakeville, Minnesota.

What distances does the 2026 Run The Ritter offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the 2026 Run The Ritter course flat and good for a PR?

The 2026 Run The Ritter is a rolling hills, loop course course.

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