One route. Two neighborhoods. All heart.
One of Northeast Minneapolis's most beloved traditions is back for its 22nd year. The Historic Riverfront 5K takes you on a stunning loop along the Mississippi — through Nicollet Island, across the iconic Stone Arch Bridge, and back along the river to Boom Island. Fall foliage, city skyline, flowing water. It doesn't get more Minneapolis than this.
🏅 Compete — Chip-timed with prizes for all age groups, courtesy of Mill City Running
🚶 Explore — Walk the most scenic 5K route in the city at your own pace
🌭 Celebrate — Kramarczuk's famous brats and coffee waiting at the finish line
👕 Rep it — Every participant gets exclusive 5K swag
This is a community event with real impact. Every dollar raised supports civic and social programs run by the St. Anthony West and Sheridan Neighborhood Organizations — two of Minneapolis's oldest neighborhoods, right here on the banks of the Mississippi.
📅 September 26, 2026 · 9 AM 📍 Boom Island Park · 724 Sibley St NE, Minneapolis
[Register Now] · [See the Route] · [Volunteer]
Dogs, strollers, and all paces welcome.
Lace up, hit the river, and help us raise funds for our Minneapolis Neighborhood Organizations! The Historic Riverfront 5K takes you on one of the most scenic routes in the Twin Cities — winding through historic Minneapolis along the Mississippi, across the iconic Stone Arch Bridge, with sweeping views of Downtown and St. Anthony Falls. Start and finish at Boom Island Park (724 Sibley St NE).
Late summer is peak season for this route. The tree canopy is popping, the river is gorgeous, and the cityscape doesn't hurt either. Come to race, come to stroll, come to show off your dog or push a stroller — everyone's welcome, every pace is valid.
After the finish line? Kramarczuk's brats, hot off the grill. You've earned it.
Top finishers (men's, women's, 65+, and 18 & under) take home prizes courtesy of Mill City Running — and every participant walks away with branded 5K swag.
Best of all, your entry fee goes toward social and civic programming run by the St. Anthony West and Sheridan Neighborhood Organizations — two of Minneapolis's oldest and most storied communities. Learn more at stawno.org & sheridanneighborhood.org.
| Date | Saturday, September 26, 2026 |
| Race Start | 9:00 AM (check-in opens 7:30 AM) |
| Location | Boom Island Park — 724 Sibley St NE, Minneapolis |
| Registration | $40 in advance / $45 same-day |
| Early Bib Pickup | Friday, Sept. 25, 3–5 PM @ Mill City Running (411 E Hennepin Ave) |
🐕 Dogs & strollers welcome
⏱️ Chip-timed for accuracy
🅿️ Limited lot parking at Boom Island; street parking available nearby
[Register Today] · [Volunteer]
Questions? Reach out: St. Anthony West — neighbors@stawno.org | Sheridan — sno@sheridanneighborhood.org
See you on September 26th!
Sep 26, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
23 days remaining
$40.00
Sep 26, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
23 days remaining
$40.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Minneapolis.
Learn more about the host city, Minneapolis.
Minneapolis is a city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States, and its county seat. With a population of 429,954 as of the 2020 census, it is the state's most populous city. Located in the state's center near the eastern border, it occupies both banks of the Upper Mississippi River and adjoins Saint Paul, the state capital of Minnesota. Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and the surrounding area are collectively known as the Twin Cities, a metropolitan area with 3.69 million residents. Minneapolis is built on an artesian aquifer on relatively flat terrain and is known for cold, snowy winters and hot, humid summers. Nicknamed the "City of Lakes", Minneapolis is abundant in water, with thirteen lakes, wetlands, the Mississippi River, creeks, and waterfalls. The city's public park system is connected by the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway.
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