Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races

Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT

Location: 826 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
Type: Run

Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).

Race feel

Join thousands of runners in Detroit Lakes for a scenic half marathon, 10K, 5K, or youth run, celebrating 31 years of this beloved event.

Fun
Scenic

Great for

Family Friendly
Kids & Youth

The Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races invite you to run like a legend in beautiful Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Celebrating 31 years, this event offers a scenic journey through Minnesota roadways. With distances including a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Youth Run, it is designed for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Gather your family for a memorable day on the course.

What to expect

Experience mile after mile of scenic Minnesota roadway.
Choose from a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Youth Run.
Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere welcoming all ages and abilities.

Standout details

Run Like a Legend with a Legend
Celebrating 31 years
Family-friendly event
Scenic Minnesota roadways

Distances & registration

3 options

Use the official signup link above for all distances.

5K
1 option · closes Sep 10, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT
4mo 10d 20h 48m left
- Andy Beardsley Memorial 5K
  Closes Sep 10, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT · From $47.64
10K
1 option · closes Sep 10, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT
4mo 10d 20h 48m left
- General entry
  Closes Sep 10, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT · From $52.94
Half Marathon
1 option · closes Sep 10, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT
4mo 10d 20h 48m left
- General entry
  Closes Sep 10, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT · From $74.14

Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.

From the organizer

Run Like a Legend with a Legend in 2026

Help us celebrate 31 years of the Essentia Health - Dick Beardsley Races in beautiful Detroit Lakes, Minnesota!

On Saturday, September 12 join thousands of runners as you take on mile after mile of scenic Minnesota roadway. With options for runners/walkers of all ages and abilities (Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Youth Run courses), these races are fun for the whole family!