Twin Cities Hot Cider Hustle
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Twin Cities Hot Cider Hustle
The Twin Cities Hot Cider Hustle takes place in Bloomington, Minnesota on October 17, 2026, with the event site at Normandale Lake Bandshell. The event offers in-person road races on paved roads and trails and includes a virtual category for remote participants. The half marathon course is USATF certified and the event is chip timed.
Distances:
- Half Marathon
- 5K
Finish-line provisions include hot apple cider, caramel apples, a finisher mug, and a half marathon finisher medal; a 5K finisher medal is available as an add-on. Packet pickup options include mailed packets for a fee, pre-race pickup at Dick’s Sporting Goods in Richfield, or event-day pickup at the site. Water stations provide water on all courses and sports drink on the half marathon. There is no gear check on site.
Awards are presented to the top three male and female finishers in each age group and overall for chip-timed categories; age groups start at 10 & Under and continue by standard ranges. Pacers are provided for a range of target finish times. Live participant tracking is available for the half marathon via a mobile app. Free digital photos are offered post-race but are not guaranteed. The event benefits Special Olympics Minnesota. Strollers are allowed for walkers and joggers only; dogs are not permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.