The certified 5K takes you on a fast, two‑loop tour of the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, passing favorites like the Butterfly House, Grandstand, Giant Slide, Space Tower, and Food Building. The entire course stays inside the Fairgrounds, creating a festive, welcoming route that celebrates community and supports Mile in My Shoes.

5K Course Map

The Midsummer Mile course offers a quick, meaningful loop through the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, passing favorites like the Butterfly House, the Grandstand, and Little Farm Hands. This short-and-sweet route stays entirely within the Fairgrounds, creating a safe, celebratory space that welcomes every runner and supports Mile in My Shoes.

Midsummer Mile Course Map

The 1/4‑mile Kids Race is a quick, confidence‑boosting dash through the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, looping past Little Farm Hands for a fun, family‑friendly burst of movement. Kids can run, walk, skip, or stroller along—and every child earns a medal, with an option to add a kid‑sized race tee.

Kids Race Course

The 1 Mile + 5K Challenge lets you experience the full spirit of Mile in My Shoes by completing both the 1 Mile loop and the certified 5K course through the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. It’s a show‑up‑twice, move‑with‑purpose kind of challenge that celebrates community, intention, and transformation—earning you serious bragging rights along the way.

You can run this virtual race from wherever you are, anytime!