Going Bananas Run

JUN

5

2027

A roughly two-mile fun run in Duluth where registration includes a banana suit, an optional Gorilla Challenge, and proceeds benefit Project Joy.

Sat 5 Jun 2027

Duluth, Minnesota

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Going Bananas Run - Duluth

The Going Bananas Run in Duluth is a roughly two-mile fun run held on June 5, 2027, at 7210 Fremont St, Duluth, MN 55807, United States. The event is open for all ages and features participants wearing banana suits while running or walking the course. The listed race distance is 2 Miles.

Registration includes a banana suit and entry into the Gorilla Challenge and post-race celebration. The Gorilla Challenge is optional: all banana participants start first and the Gorilla is released two minutes later; runners who cross the finish line before the Gorilla receive an "I Beat the Gorilla" finisher prize. The event raises money for Project Joy and other local nonprofit activities. Post-race offerings include food and drinks, sponsor activities, awards, and photos.

Registration opened on June 16, 2026 and closes on January 1, 2027, with a registration fee of $35.00. Past Duluth events drew more than 430 participants, and organizers plan for larger fields in future editions. Multiple locations are listed for the Going Bananas series, with Duluth as one of the race dates in the season. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

2 Miles