Circle the Lake Half Marathon
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Circle the Lake Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
The event takes place on 09/18/2027 near Circle Lake in rural Rice County, Minnesota, with a base address at 3625 Millersburg Blvd, Faribault. Courses run along the shores of Circle Lake on a mix of paved and dirt roads with rolling hills. Wildlife commonly seen includes bald eagles, osprey, deer, ducks, and pelicans, and runners pass views of the island in Circle Lake. The races start and finish at the historic Millersburg School House and follow local country roads.
Distances offered:
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- 10K
- 5K
- 5K youth discounted registration (17 years old and under)
All races are chip-timed and have posted mile markers. Water and sports drinks are available on course. Medals are awarded to all finishers and prizes are given to the male and female winners of each race. Registrations opened on November 8, 2026 and close August 1, 2027. Fees listed for the main options are $55 for the half marathon, $45 for the 10K, $35 for the 5K, and $25 for the youth 5K. Registrations before August 2 receive a commemorative t-shirt; a $10 price increase takes effect on August 1 at midnight. Same-day registration is available. Races are rain or shine; refunds and transfers are not offered.
This is a charity event organized by the Circle Lake Association. Proceeds support lake watershed projects; the previous year raised over $32,000, which funded three new aerators. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
