Trot O'Gold 5K
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Event overview
TROT O'GOLD 5K for CAER is a 5 km fun run/walk held on March 14, 2026 at CAER Food Shelf, 12621 Elk Lake Road Northwest, Elk River, MN. The event is a fundraiser for CAER Food Shelf. Registration prices vary by date and include platform and credit card fees; listed options include $44.79, $50.14, and $55.49. Day-of registration is available for $50 cash or online payment. Participants who register by March 1, 2026 will receive the event T-shirt; shirts will not be guaranteed for later registrants.
Race details
The course is an out-and-back route with a turnaround point that offers water. Water and snacks will be provided at the finish area at CAER. Runners are asked to stay to the right of the path and runners line up first. Restrooms are available inside CAER and portable restrooms will be placed in the CAER parking lot.
A costume contest and photo area are planned before the race, with a green carpet in the CAER lobby for judging. Bins for food donations will be available outside the check-in area; the event notes March is Minnesota Food Share Month and lists a food collection goal of 70,000 pounds. Parking for participants is at Meadowvale Elementary; one local turn will be closed so attendees should follow signs. If the event is canceled, proceeds will go to CAER Food Shelf and no refunds will be offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
