Run for the Roses 5k and Family Day - Couch Potato / Virtual Run

May 1, 2027Hastings, MN, United States

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3.1 mi

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About this run

Celebrate the Kentucky Derby spirit at the Run for the Roses 5K Fun Run, a family-friendly, Derby-themed event supporting This Old Horse, Inc. The out-and-back course starts and ends at Levee Park and follows the scenic Mississippi Riverwalk in historic downtown Hastings. This is an "official" chip-timed race with results posted on the Wayzata Results website. Strava link is here: https://www.strava.com/routes/3349735461047006342 With live music, food trucks, Derby-themed activities, and runner specials at local bars and restaurants, it’s a full day of fun for the whole family — leashed dogs included. Brooks Running Shoes will have a pop-up tent on site--try 'em, buy 'em! Proceeds support lifelong care, retraining, and sanctuary for off-track Thoroughbreds, ensuring every racehorse has a safe and dignified life after the finish line.

Typical conditions

For events around May 2027 in Hastings, MN, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.

How to prepare

Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.

Beginner's guide to your first 5K