Run for Mike

🏃‍♂️ Join Us for the 5th Annual Mike Elhard Memorial Run!

If you knew Mike, you knew his big smile, love for running, and passion for baseball. Mike passed away on September 13, 2021 while preparing for the Chicago Marathon, a race he had been eagerly anticipating.

📅 Event Details

• Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
• Location: Purgatory Creek Park, Eden Prairie, MN
• Time: 11:00 AM (Run starts)
• After Party/BCE Fundraiser: 12:00 PM @ Fat Pants Brewery, Eden Prairie, MN

🤝 Support and Participation

We will gather at Purgatory Creek Park in Eden Prairie, MN to celebrate Mike’s legacy. Let’s come together to support Kristi, Owen, and Ethan, and honor Mike’s memory by participating in the Mike Elhard Memorial Run.

Whether you’re a runner, walker, stroller-pusher, or scooter-rider, we welcome all ages and abilities!

🌐 Virtual Participation

Can’t attend in person?
You can still participate virtually from anywhere! Register to run remotely, share your pictures, and connect with others on the "Run for Mike Elhard" Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/217716396919833/

🍻 After the Run

If you’re unable to attend the run, join us at Fat Pants Brewery in Eden Prairie for a Best Christmas Ever Fundraiser! There will be door prizes, a raffle, and a silent auction.

Although we'd love for you to join us for the entire day - both the run and the fundraiser - please help us plan by RSVPing for the parts you’ll be able to attend.

💙 In Support of the Elhard Family

Attendees are encouraged to wear blue or any "Run for Mike" memorabilia in support of the Elhard family!

This event is all about fun and support. The run will not be timed, and all proceeds will benefit Best Christmas Ever (BCE), which provided much-needed support to the Elhard family. This year, Kristi will serve as a BCE captain again, spreading holiday joy to another family in need by surprising them with a Best Christmas Ever. Learn more about BCE here: https://www.bcemovement.org/

❤️ Thank You

Thank you for loving Mike, Kristi, Owen & Ethan!

Let’s come together to run for Mike and continue to show our support for his family!

For more information about the race, visit Run for Mike.