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Walking Events Calendar near Waconia 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Waconia for 2026-2027! We've gathered 24 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
July 2026
Walk the 5k course at Bassett Creek Park, 32nd Avenue North, Crystal, MN, offered as in person or virtual options alongside the running race. The event raises funds for the NEAR Food Shelf and includes a free kids fun run while registration fees..
August 2026
The event offers 5 km and 10 km walks around Lake Harriet in Minneapolis, on scenic lakeside paths, with free registration.
Walkers can follow the 3.1 Miles course starting at Hanover City Hall 11250 5th St NE, a quaint route past the Hanover Historical Society, the Crow River, River Inn and local parks and neighborhoods. Walkers take part alongside the running race a..
Walkers can do 5K laps on a 10 hour open course at Elm Creek Park, Bluebird and Chipmunk picnic areas in Maple Grove. Hourly 5K starts, on course water and a community tent support walkers, and participants may total up to 50K; kids free.
Walkers can join the 5K awareness course starting at 6500 N Humboldt Ave in Brooklyn Center on a family friendly route with free parking. The walk runs alongside the running race and is followed by a community health fair.
The event offers a live 3 Mile walk from Gold Medal Park, with virtual 5 Mile and 10 Mile run or walk options along the Mississippi River via Stone Arch Bridge.
September 2026
Walkers can choose the 5K or 10K on a flat, straight USATF certified course along Victory Memorial Drive that starts and ends at Webber Park in North Minneapolis. Finishers receive a medal and the event supports local nonprofits, with an option t..
Walkers follow the 5K course from Osseo Senior High track through residential Osseo to Central Avenue. In person registration is available race morning and t shirts are guaranteed only to online registrants before Sept 1.
Walk the 5K course at Thomas Beach, Lake Bde Maka Ska, a lakeside route that is dog friendly and family friendly; walkers join the running races.
Walkers can join the 5K course at Cleary Lake Beach in Prior Lake or take part virtually. The event includes post race amenities such as gift bags, vendors, music, drinks and snacks and runs alongside the running races.
Walkers follow a 5K (3.1 miles) route on Boom Island Park along the riverfront in NE Minneapolis, with same day registration and early bib pick up available.
Event offers marathon, 50 km, half marathon and 10 km on the flat Dakota Rail Trail in Mayer MN. Out and back with time limits 9h marathon and 50 km, 8h half marathon, 7h 10 km.
October 2026
Walkers can do 6 or 12 hour trail hikes on 5 mile loops starting at the Trailhead, Theodore Wirth Park; an untimed 1 Loop Fun Run/Walk and a kids half mile Little Loopet.
Walkers can take part in the 5K (including untimed and virtual options) at 5901 W 84th St, Bloomington MN. Finish line hospitality includes hot apple cider, caramel apples and a finisher mug alongside the running races.
November 2026
Participants walk the 5K untimed course starting at 401 Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis alongside running races, and receive a shirt, jingle bells, and a medal.
Walkers can enjoy the 5K through Downtown Minneapolis with a walkers and strollers corral; Metro Transit rides and street parking are free on race day.