William A. Irvin 5K
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William A. Irvin 5K
The William A. Irvin 5K is the kickoff race for Grandma's Marathon weekend in Duluth, Minnesota. Held in Canal Park near the historic William A. Irvin ore boat, the event on June 19, 2026 follows a new racecourse that provides a scenic tour of the city. The distance is 3.1 miles and the race is staged as the 33rd annual running of the event.
The course is USATF certified (Code MN25012MAB) and includes one aid station just before the 1.5 mile mark where water, toilets, and first aid are available. A pulse start system is used; participants are asked to line up by expected pace to help manage congestion at the start area. Medical support is located inside Bayfront Festival Park near the finish area.
Entry alternatives include charity partner entries, bib transfers, and a limited virtual race option. Chip timing determines age-group winners and other award recipients. Age-division awards cover a wide range of categories and winning awards are mailed after the event. Non-binary athletes are eligible for age-division awards but are not eligible for the overall men’s and women’s prize packages. Race packet pickup occurs at the Essentia Health Fitness Expo prior to race weekend. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
