William A. Irvin 5K
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William A. Irvin 5K
The William A. Irvin 5K is a 3.1 mile road race that serves as the kickoff event for Grandma’s Marathon weekend in Duluth, Minnesota. The course starts and finishes near the historic William A. Irvin ore boat in Canal Park and follows a new racecourse that provides a scenic tour of the city. The event now includes close to 3,000 participants each year and is timed and scored by Mtec Results. The course carries a USATF course certification, code MN25012MAB.
Race operations use a pulse start with a start corral system and require all participants to wear a visible race bib pinned on four corners. The silver tag on the back of the bib is used for timing and must not be bent; participants are asked to complete the emergency medical information on the back of the bib. There is one aid and water station on course located just before the 1.5 mile mark that also provides toilets and first aid. A marked medical tent is located in Bayfront Festival Park near the finish area.
Finishers receive a medal at the finish and a commemorative race shirt is distributed at packet pickup during the event expo. Chip time determines age-group and division awards, which are mailed to winners after the race. The event is part of the larger Grandma’s Marathon weekend program of races and services. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
