1221 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Mpls to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, Minneapolis MN
Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Event Overview
Annual urban trail adventure with the epic finish at the Sculpture Garden! Join us on Sunday, May 17, 2026! Three distances to choose from – 5K, 10K and 10 Mile. All finish together at the Sculpture Garden. The 5K is a great option for those that want a shorter distance or want to walk/hike the course!
Participants Can Look Forward To
- Unique Adventure: A unique urban adventure trail run with a mix of ski trail, singletrack and asphalt.
- Variety of Distances: A distance for everyone: 10 Mile for those who are ready to go long (not as hilly as Trail Loppet), 10K with all the trails and a taste of tough, and a fairly flat but adventurous 5K for anyone (speedy folks and walkers alike are welcome!).
- Convenient Start and Finish: Start at the community-hub Trailhead (the 5K start is a short walk away at Hwy 55) in Wirth Park and finish right at the Sculpture Garden with the famous Cherry and Spoon (and the Purple Chicken if that is your favorite .. or is it blue?).
- Complimentary Beverages: A free Pryes Brewing beer at the finish (21+) or N/A drinks.
Additional Amenities
- Post-Race Snacks: Finish line munchie food.
- Bag Drop Service: Start line bag drop service for all races!
- Entertainment: Finish line tunes.
- Live Tracking: Live athlete tracking & results through the Mtec Results app.
Registration Perks
- Early Registration Reward: Register before May 1st and get a special event tee shirt!
Event Location
The race will take place on May 17, 2026, starting at 1221 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, and finishing at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
More Information
For details and registration, visit the official race page: CityTrail Loppet.
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