Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Rochester

Sat, May 2, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT

Location: Rochester, MN; TBD, 55901
Type: RUN

At a glance

A welcoming, local-themed race in Rochester, MN, offering distances for everyone from serious half marathoners to kids, complete with great swag and fun.

Fun
Competitive

Great for

Family Friendly
Kids & Youth
Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers, families

Join the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k in Rochester, MN, a local-themed event designed for the whole family. Runners can choose from multiple distances, including a half marathon, 5k, and 10k, plus a 1 Mile untimed option and a Kids' Dash. Enjoy great swag like a designer shirt and custom medal, chip-timing with live results, and pacers for the half marathon. Free photos and delicious treats await at the finish line, making for a memorable and fun race day experience.

What to expect

Expect a well-supported race with chip-timing, live results, and pacers for the half marathon.
All registered participants receive a custom bib, designer shirt, and a finisher medal.
Enjoy free photos and delicious treats at the finish line, with options for virtual participation and a free kids' dash.

Standout details

Designer shirt & custom medal for all distances
Pacers available for the half marathon
Free race photos included
Youth-based pricing for 5k/10k

Perks & features

Medal
Swag Included

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Distances & registration

7 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

50m
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $20.83
Opens Jul 17, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes May 2, 2026, 3:15 AM CDT
1 Miles
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $25.98
Opens Jul 17, 2025, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes May 2, 2026, 3:15 AM CDT
3.1 Miles
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $38.28
Opens Jul 16, 2024, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Jan 26, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

+ 4 more options

6.2 Miles
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $38.28
Opens Jul 16, 2024, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Jan 26, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
13.1 Miles
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $63.34
Opens Jul 16, 2024, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Nov 3, 2025, 6:59 PM CST
Volunteer Then Run
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $20.83
Opens Jul 16, 2024, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes May 2, 2026, 3:15 AM CDT
Virtual Run
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $46.28
Opens Jul 16, 2024, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes May 2, 2026, 3:15 AM CDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

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The course

Walkers welcome

From the organizer

Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes -

Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal

Chip-timing with live results and awards

Pacers for the half marathon

Free photos

Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line

Plenty of fun!

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!

Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

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