Brainerd Jaycees Run for the Lakes 2026
The Brainerd Jaycees Run for the Lakes has grown tremendously since the first event in 2008. The run now draws more than 1,000 runners who wind their way through remarkable Northwoods scenery.
The Run for the Lakes is organized from start to finish by volunteers of the Brainerd Jaycees and carried out with the support of over one hundred community members and several local businesses. All proceeds from the run are donated to various non-profit organizations.
Date and Time
Friday May 1, 2026 Saturday May 2, 2026
Friday, May 1st
2:00pm-8:00pm — Registration and Packet pick-up sponsored by Essentia Health @ The Outreach Program of Brainerd Lakes
6:30pm — 1K Kids Fun Run
6:45pm 5K Color Run/Walk
7:45pm — 5K Awards
Saturday, May 2nd
6:30am-8:00am — Late packet pick-up only; no registration available
8:00am — Full, Half, and Relay Marathon Start
8:30am — 10K Start
10:00am — 10K Awards
11:30am Half Marathon Awards
12:00pm — Zer0K Start
12:30pm — Relay Marathon Awards
1:00pm — Full Marathon Awards
Location
Downtown Nisswa
Nisswa Community Center
25628 Main Street
Nisswa, MN 56468
Fees/Admission
See website for full list of fees
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