# Event Details - **Event Name**: Run the Parks – 5K Run & 2K Walk Along the Mississippi Riverfront - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:00 am – Wed, 28 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Scenic community 5K run or 2K walk along the Mississippi Riverfront featuring the Stone Arch Bridge, Main Street, and Nicollet Island.About this EventStart your morning with movement, fresh air, and community along the Downtown Minneapolis riverfront.Run the Parks is a recurring community 5K run and 2K walk hosted at Water Works Park, designed to get people outside and connected through movement. Whether you're training for a race, getting your weekend miles in, walking with friends, or simply looking for a fun way to start the day, all paces and experience levels are welcome.Each event begins and ends at Water Works Park and follows scenic routes through the Central Mississippi Riverfront featuring views and paths along the Stone Arch Bridge, Central Avenue Bridge, Main Street, Nicollet Island, and surrounding downtown parkways and trails.2026 Run the Parks DatesSaturday, May 16Saturday, June 13Friday, July 4Saturday, July 18Wednesday, August 12Saturday, August 22Saturday, September 19Saturday, October 17Event DetailsStart Time: 8 amLocation: Water Works Park(Meet near the front entry benches)RoutesParticipants can choose between:A scenic 5K runA casual 2K community walkRoutes and updates will be shared through our Strava Club:https://www.strava.com/clubs/MPRBruntheparksJoin the CommunityRun the Parks is about more than miles—it’s about showing up, meeting neighbors, and enjoying Minneapolis parks together. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/minneapolis/run-the-parks-5k-run-and-2k-walk-along-the-mississippi-riverfront/100001989240518941 - **Event Categories**: marathons, sports, workshops, meetups, trips-adventures - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - Duration: 11 hours - Location: Water Works Park - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Minneapolis - **state**: MN - **country**: United States - **location**: Water Works Park - **lat**: 44.98118849999999 - **long**: -93.26019409999999 - **full address**: Water Works Park, 425 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Run the Parks – 5K Run & 2K Walk Along the Mississippi Riverfront - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/4eba5f6a07a6aff2ba3f662a98098fd79a58c85414c4d03ab8b3b133dd6c9ea2-rimg-w1200-h628-dc798892-gmir.jpg?v=1778956530 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Run the Parks - 5K Run & 2K Walk Along the Mississippi Riverfront being held? - **A:** Run the Parks - 5K Run & 2K Walk Along the Mississippi Riverfront takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:00 am to Wed, 28 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Water Works Park, 425 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Run the Parks - 5K Run & 2K Walk Along the Mississippi Riverfront? - **A:** Run the Parks - 5K Run & 2K Walk Along the Mississippi Riverfront is organized by Minneapolis Parks and Recreation. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Minneapolis Parks and Recreation's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Minneapolis Parks and Recreation a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Minneapolis Parks and Recreation has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Run the Parks - 5K Run & 2K Walk Along the Mississippi Riverfront is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Minneapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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