Drumstick Dash
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About the race
The Drumstick Dash Thanksgiving Day events take place at Lake Harriet in Minneapolis and include multiple running distances for adults and youth. The Drumstick Dash 10K is two laps around Lake Harriet on a USATF Certified course and is chip timed by Mtec Results. The Pi Run is a single lap of the same Lake Harriet course and is also chip timed by Mtec Results. The Cranberry Cruise One Mile is a timed fun run that permits strollers. The Cranberry Kids Half Mile is a flat, easy half-mile on the west side of Lake Harriet and includes a medal for every youth; parents may run with children at no additional cost.
Distances offered:
- 10K two laps around Lake Harriet on a USATF Certified course
- 3.14 miles one lap around Lake Harriet
- 1 mile fun run, strollers permitted
- 0.5 mile kids race on the west side of Lake Harriet
Apparel and giveaway options vary by event. For the 10K and Pi Run participants can choose no giveaway, a long sleeve shirt for an additional $10, or a sweatshirt for an additional $25. For the Cranberry Cruise Mile and Kids Half Mile participants can choose no giveaway or purchase a winter beanie for an additional $10; medals are provided to youth. The combined field for the Drumstick Dash 10K and Pi Run is limited to 850 entries. All race entries are final; no refunds are offered. Packet pick-up is available at Mill City Running locations and at the Lake Harriet Bandshell on race day. Post-race cookies are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.