5K and 1 MILE Fun Run/Walk

Event Overview

Please join us for this historic fun run as part of FallFest at St. John the Baptist New Brighton, MN!

Event Details

• When: Saturday September 26, 2026
• Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
• Where: St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in New Brighton
• Address: 835 2nd Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112

Event Start and Finish is in the Church Parking Lot West of Building

Entry Fees

• 5K: $40
• 1 Mile: $30

Family Discount Entry Fees

Group rates are offered for families of 3 or more registering for the 5K run/walk, and families of 4 or more registering for the 1 Mile run/walk.

1-Mile Race Family Discount Rates:

• Family of Four (4): $80
• Family of Five (5): $90
• Family of Six or more (6+): $100

5K Race Family Discount Rates:

• Family of Three (3): $90
• Family of Four (4): $110
• Family of Five or more (5+): $130

Combined 5K &: 1-Mile Family Discount Rates:

If family members wish to participate in DIFFERENT races (some in the 5K, some in 1 mile), you will need to fill out a PAPER registration form to receive the discount and return it to the parish office. The paper form can be found on the event website or at the church office.

• Family of Three (3): $90
• Family of Four (4): $110
• Family of Five or more (5+): $130

Family Registration Instructions

To register as a family on this site, follow the steps below:

• Step 1: Choose the Family 1-Mile or Family 5K option that matches your family size and click the blue "Register" button.
• Step 2: Enter the registrant information, choose or confirm the corresponding sub-event and family size, then enter the info for the first family member.
• Step 3: Click the "Add Another Registrant" button to enter the 2nd family member's information.
• Step 4: Continue adding registrants until all family members have been entered. Double-check they are assigned to the correct sub-events.

Start Information

• Location: St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, New Brighton, MN (In The Parking Lot)

Course Description

• Distance: 5K (non-certified 3.1 mile) &: 1 Mile course on city streets

Race Day Details

• Registration: Same-day registration begins at 7:30AM and closes at 8:30AM
• Packet Pick-Up: Will take place in the SJB parking lot during Fallfest on Friday, September 25th, 5:00PM - 8:00PM, or on race day from 7:30AM - 8:30AM
• Opening Prayer: Begins at 9:00AM.
• Race Start Times: 5K starts at approximately 9:05AM and 1 Mile begins at approximately 9:10AM

Additional Information

• Weather: Race will take place RAIN or SHINE!
• Swag Bag: Participants will receive an SJB mesh swag bag with registration.
• Free Giveaway: Each runner will receive one Free Chick-Fil-A sandwich card!
• Door Prizes: There will be additional door prizes given away!

Awards

Medals will be provided for the following Age Ranges:

• 1 Mile: 0-8 years old, 9-13 years old, 14-35 years old, 36-54 years old, 55+ years old
• 5K: 0-14 years old, 15-35 years old, 36-54 years old, 55+ years old

Event Policies

• Pets: No pets please
• Contact: For additional information or questions, contact St. Johns by phone at 651-633-8333.

Registration Link

For more details and to register, please visit the event page here.