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Friday, September 11th, 2026
Burlington, Minot, Minot ND
Half · 5K · 1 Mile
53–72°F · low rain risk
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About this race
Event Overview
The Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon is a unique running event that showcases the beautiful communities of Burlington and Minot, ND by way of a scenic 13.1 mile course that follows the Souris Valley along dedicated running/biking paths. The race ends in downtown Minot at Citizen's Alley.
All runners registered for the half marathon, half marathon relay, or 5K by September 1st will receive a custom BurliMOT shirt.
Medals will be also be provided for all half marathon, half marathon relay, and 5K finishers.
Races
- Half Marathon: Starts in Burlington on Saturday, September 12th at 8:00am. Shuttles will be available from downtown to get you to the start line. Parking near the race start is located on the north side of the Sports Complex: please follow Colton Ave to Davis St North, then turn right onto Valley Ave. The race ends downtown Minot.
- Half Marathon Relay: This race starts at the same time as the Half Marathon and follows the same course. Relay runners can exchange wherever they want along the course. The first leg can run 11 miles and the second can run 2.1, if they choose.
- 5K: This race starts at Oak Park located at 1300 4th Ave NW, Minot at 8:30am by the bandshell. The 5K then joins along the half marathon course and finishes with them downtown. Parking is located next to the Oak Park Splash Pad.
- 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll: This race takes place on Friday, September 11th at 5:30 pm by the bandshell in Oak Park. They will also finish in Oak Park.
Additional Info
- Packet Pickup: You will be able to pick up your packet in Oak Park located at 1300 4th Ave NW on Friday September 11th from 4:30-6:30pm as well as the morning of the race.
- Bag Drop: Available at the 5K and half marathon start locations. Your items will be transported to the end for retrieval at Citizen's Alley.
- Shuttles: There will be fun bus shuttles available to transport participants to the start of the events. Space is very limited on the shuttles.
- Routes: The routes will be thoroughly marked by signage and volunteer direction. The half marathon starts in Burlington, the 5K starts in Oak Park but they join together and both end in downtown Minot in Citizens Alley.
Start Times
- Half Marathon and Half Marathon Relay: 8:00am September 12th.
- 5K: 8:30 am September 12th.
- 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll: 5:30 pm Friday, September 11th.
- Locations: All events finish at Citizens Alley.
Water Stations
There are 8 water stations along the half marathon route, Powerade will be available at 4 of the stations.
Restrooms
Restrooms at the Sports Complex will be available at the start of the half marathon, and the Oak Park restrooms will be used at the start of the 5K. There will be bathrooms available at the end, as well as porta potties located along the course.
Timing
- Half Marathon, 5K and Relay: This will be a chip timed event: your chip will be attached to your bib.
- 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll: This is not a timed event.
Prizes
- Half Marathon: Prizes will be awarded to the top three males and females, as well as to the overall winner of the event.
- 5K: Prizes will be awarded to the top three males and females.
- Categories: Small prizes will be awarded to the fastest male and female in each age category.
- 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll: There will be no prizes for this event.
Post Run Event
Spectators and participants are all welcome to enjoy our finish line and post-run event. Join us for food trucks, an outdoor bar, yard games, music, and fun!
Event Link
For more details, visit Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon.
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