Thumbs Up Run/Walk/Bike Event - 13th Annual

About this race

We can't wait to see you on Saturday, September 19th, 2026! Thank you to our Title Sponsor, First Bank Elk River , for supporting our 13th Annual Event! Event Schedule Thursday, September 17th, 2026 Time: 4:00 - 7:00 PM: Early Packet Pickup Location: Ripple Effect Brewing Company - 14086 Northdale Blvd, Rogers, MN 55374 Details: Pick up your race materials, purchase Thumbs Up merch, & enjoy great company with food and beverage at Ripple Effect! Friday, September 18th, 2026 Time: 4:00 - 7:00 PM: Early Packet Pickup Location: Lake Orono Park - 18599 Gary Street, Elk River, MN 55330 Event: Chalk Party! Help us Chalk the Walk with positive messages & remembrance of our loved ones (chalk provided), plus enjoy a colorful treat with Mason's Sno & More ! Note: REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 9:00 PM! Saturday, September 19th, 2026 Time: 7:00 - 8:30 AM: Same-Day Packet Pickup Time: 9:00 AM: Opening & Remembrance Ceremony Time: 9:25 AM: Keynote Speaker - Lindsey Young Time: 9:45 AM: Pre-Race Stretch with KPower Yoga Time: 10:00 AM: Races Begin 10:00 AM - 5K & 10K Bike 10:03 AM - 5K & 10K Run 10:20 AM - 5K Walk Time: 11:00 AM: Festivities & Food Trucks Time: 11:15 AM: Top Finishers Award Ceremony Time: 11:45 AM: Youth Color Run, sponsored by Elk Dental Center Ages 3-5: 1/2K Ages 6-8: 1K Ages 9-12: 1 mile Time: 1:00 PM: Event Ends Directions & Parking Information Event Location: Lake Orono Park – 18599 Gary Street, Elk River, MN 55330 Parking: Free Parking is available at the Sherburne County Fairground Parking Lot: 18335 Joplin St NW, Elk River, MN 55330 Carpool: Please try to carpool if you a…