Live Brave 5K and 1 Mile

Register Today!

Join us for the 6th Annual Live Brave 5K and 1 Mile Run — a high-energy community event benefiting youth eating disorder prevention and recovery programs.

Event Overview

• Location: 9715 Valley Creek Road, Saint Paul, MN
• Date: August 8th, 2026
• Participants: Runners, walkers, families, and supporters of all ages
• Experience: Excitement, encouragement, and a sense of purpose

Post Race Celebration

• Food: Finish line food and refreshments
• Sponsors: Sponsor booths and demonstrations
• Entertainment: Music and entertainment from DJ Ray Mills
• Awards: Prizes and recognition for participants

Our Mission

Live Brave exists to bring our community together in support of youth mental health, with a specific focus on eating disorder prevention and recovery.

Partnership

In 2026, we are proud to partner exclusively with the WithAll Organization, a nonprofit dedicated to providing critical education, prevention resources, and recovery support to individuals and families affected by eating disorders. We have been donating to WithAll since the race's inception in 2021.

Registration Details

Participants register and donate via the Live Brave Fund, part of the Woodbury Community Foundation. After covering the costs of producing the event, net proceeds are distributed to the WithAll Organization. When you register, you’re not just signing up for a race — you’re helping create a stronger, more supported future for young people in our community.

Race Details

• Date: Saturday, August 8th, 2026
• Location: Colby Lake Park, 9715 Valley Creek Road, Woodbury, MN 55125
• USATF Certified: Courses with Gun and Chip Timing used.
• No Race Day Registration: Required to register in advance

Race Schedule

• Live Brave 5K: 8:30 am Start - ARRIVE BY 7:45 AM
• Live Brave 1 Mile: 10:00 am Start - ARRIVE BY 9:15 AM
• Competitive Wave: 10:00 am Start for Males: 5:30 min/mile or faster, Females: 7:30 min/mile or faster
• Community & Kid's Wave: 10:15 am Start for Kids 12 & under running free in the 1 mile event.

The Brave Challenge

Participants run both the 5K and the 1 Mile. Report to the start line with the 5K participants for the 8:30 am start.

Run as a Team

Up the fun factor! Create your team today and run Live Brave together! Teams can be created during the registration process or by visiting the “Teams” page of our website.

• Instructions: The first team member to register can create the team during registration.
• Team Prizes: Win a $200 Visa Gift Card for the biggest team or the fastest team.
• Eligibility: Only 5K Teams are eligible for these awards.

Race Rules and Guidelines

The course is open to the public, so please be kind to pedestrians. Strollers are allowed, but please keep pets at home. Your bib must be visible at all times.

Post-Race Celebration

The post race celebration will start as soon as the first runner crosses the finish line. The awards ceremony will start at approximately 10:30 am or as soon as results are available.

Spectator Information

This is a great course for viewing your runners! Make signs and cheer them on at various locations, including Colby Lake Park by the pavilion building.

Visit Us

For more information, please visit the official race page: Live Brave 5K.