Going Bananas Run - Twin Cities

JUL

11

2026

Don a banana suit and race through the Twin Cities to outrun a chasing gorilla for charity. This unique fun run supports childhood cancer research while providing a lively and memorable course experience.

Sat 11 Jul 2026

Spring Park, Minnesota

Registration

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Going Bananas Run - Twin Cities

The Going Bananas Run - Twin Cities is a fun run scheduled for July 11, 2026, in Spring Park. This event features a unique format where participants wear provided banana suits while navigating a course through the Twin Cities area.

The race includes a pursuit element. Two minutes after the participants start, an individual dressed as a gorilla is released to chase the runners. This central mechanic serves a charitable purpose, as the speed of the participants relates to fundraising efforts. Specifically, those who manage to reach the finish line before being caught by the gorilla receive a special prize.

The event supports Gold Together for Childhood Cancer, and proceeds are donated to this cause. Registration for the run includes the banana suit provided to each racer. The course is located at 4787 Shoreline Dr, near the local Spring Park area.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.