William A. Irvin 5K
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William A. Irvin 5K
The William A. Irvin 5K is a 3.1 mile race that serves as the kickoff to Grandma’s Marathon weekend in Duluth, Minnesota. The race starts and finishes near the historic William A. Irvin ore boat in Canal Park and uses a new course that offers a scenic tour of the city. The course holds USATF certification (Code MN25012MAB) and is chip timed by Mtec Results.
The event offers both an in-person race and a limited virtual option. Entry fees are tiered by date and a virtual entry is available. Packet pickup occurs during the Essentia Health Fitness Expo and participants receive their commemorative shirt at packet pickup; finisher medals are distributed at the finish area. A single aid and water station is located just before the 1.5 mile mark and includes water, toilets, and first aid. Water and other refreshments are available inside the secure finish area.
Race management uses a pulse start with start corrals organized by expected pace. Race bibs must be visible on the front outermost layer, pinned at all four corners, and the timing tag on the back must not be bent; emergency medical information should be completed on the back of the bib. A one hour time requirement applies to 5K participants and age division awards are mailed to winners; a non binary category is included among award divisions.
Accessibility accommodations are provided and reasonable requests should be indicated during registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
