Tour de Essex

Name: Tour de Essex
Start: 2026-10-10
End: 2026-10-10
Location: Rochester

Rochester, Minnesota, United States

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sell $28.74 – $39.44

About the Event

Experience the charm of autumn on October 10, 2026, with a scenic trail run through Essex Park. This beloved fall morning event invites runners to explore seven kilometers of winding paths and lush greenery at sunrise.
The race begins promptly at 9:00am, offering participants an invigorating start to the day as they navigate the park's trails under crisp blue skies. The cool air is perfect for a refreshing run, with dew glistening on leaves and grass creating a serene backdrop.
Registration includes a complimentary water bottle, adding a touch of practicality to your race gear while you enjoy the beauty of Essex Park in peak foliage season. Every dollar raised goes directly towards maintaining and improving the park's trails, ensuring that future runners can continue to benefit from this natural oasis.
Join fellow enthusiasts for an unforgettable morning run amidst nature’s splendor at Essex Park on October 10, 2026.

Races Offered

Trail 7k

Oct 10, 2026

straighten

Distance — 7K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

00:00

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$39.44

Trail 7k-No swag

Oct 10, 2026

straighten

Distance — 7K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

00:00

sell

$28.74

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Rochester.

thermostat Temperature

7.4° / 16.4°

wb_sunny Feels like

3.6° / 12.7°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 15m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.5 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

15.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

66.5%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:25

nightlight Sunset

18:23

About Rochester

Learn more about the host city, Rochester.

Rochester is a city in and the county seat of Olmsted County, Minnesota, United States. It is located along rolling bluffs on the Zumbro River's south fork in Southeast Minnesota. The population was 121,395 at the 2020 census, and was estimated at 124,292 in 2025, making it the third-most populous city in Minnesota. The Rochester metropolitan area has an estimated 230,000 residents. The city is the home and birthplace of Mayo Clinic.

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