Race With Us
to End Breast Cancer

In Eagan
Saturday, May 9, 2026

Race With Us
to End Breast Cancer

In Eagan | Saturday, May 9, 2026

The Minnesota Race for the Cure is back for its 33rd year! Join us at Viking Lakes. Funds raised from this annual event fund critical research to improve outcomes for all and bring us closer to finding the cures for all breast cancers. Whether you walk, run or participate virtually, ending breast cancer needs all of us.

Days to Race

Attention Please

Important Update!

Shirts will no longer be mailed.
In our commitment to amplify the impact of every dollar raised for our mission, enhance our research efforts, and provide even more financial assistance to patients, we're making a noteworthy change: shirts will no longer be mailed. Instead, you’ll have the opportunity to pick up your shirt at one of our convenient packet pick-up locations or right on the morning of the race. Keep an eye out for our upcoming announcements regarding the details of these pick-up events. Together, we can make a difference!
Register Now through January 31, 2026 for Early Bird Pricing.

Our Progress

Raised $87.73

Our Goal $536,000.00

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7 Registered and counting! Sign up today!

Event Day Details

Viking Lakes
2685 Vikings Circle
Eagan, MN
55121

Location

Schedule

7:00 a.m. |Event Site Opens
9:30 a.m. |Opening Ceremony/Parade of Hope
10:00 a.m. |5K Start
10:10 a.m. |1-mile Start

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Local Event FAQs

What is the cost to register?
Adult: $40
Virtual Adult: $40
Youth (under 18): $20
Virtual Youth (under 18) $20

How long is the Race? The Race is 3.1 miles. You may also choose to walk/run a one-mile route.

Can I bring my dog(s) to the event? Dogs are allowed on the 5K and 1 mile course. However, they are prohibited inside TCO Stadium, with the exception of Service Animals that are aiding persons with disabilities. Service Animal owners are responsible for any damages and/or pet waste caused while on the premises of TCO Stadium and Viking Lakes.

Can I walk the Race? Absolutely!

Where do I park? Free parking for all participants is located at Viking Lakes.

Are strollers allowed at the event? Yes! We encourage participants of all ages to join us on the event day! However, scooters and bicycles are not allowed on the Race course.

Why We Race

Mary's Story

I’ve lost an aunt to breast cancer and over the years, some of my very best friends on my team have gone through a diagnosis. While I hate adding names to my Race bib, I know the money I raise supports crucial work to help find the cures to end breast cancer.

-Mary R.

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Shirts/Packet Pick-up

2026 Race Shirt

Every registered participant will receive an event T-shirt. Shirts for survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer will be in special colors to recognize their role in our event.

Participants who register by Sunday, April 12, 2026 will have their shirt size guaranteed. Those who register after may not get their preferred shirt size.

New this year! Shirts will no longer be mailed.
In our commitment to amplify the impact of every dollar raised for our mission, enhance our research efforts, and provide even more financial assistance to patients, we're making a noteworthy change: shirts will no longer be mailed. Instead, you’ll have the opportunity to pick up your shirt at one of our convenient packet pick-up locations or right on the morning of the race. Keep an eye out for our upcoming announcements regarding the details of these pick-up events. Together, we can make a difference!

Timing/Bibs

All participants must wear a bib to be allowed on the course. Our 5K course is certified and 5K participants will be timed.

Activities for Survivors and Those Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer

This event is a celebration of the strength and resilience of our entire breast cancer community, especially people living with living with metastatic breast cancer. We honor these members of our community at:

Hope Village Celebration | 7:00 a.m.

Pathway of Hope | 9:30 a.m.

Three ways to help Susan G. Komen

Race for the Cure is Susan G. Komen’s premier 5K running event. Registration fees get you to the starting line, but your fundraising and generosity will help us cross the finish line to our vision of a world without breast cancer.

Fundraise

Every dollar you raise helps us drive research, provide care, unify communities and take action in our mission to end breast cancer.

Get Started

Donate on behalf of a participant

Ready to make a difference? Search for a participant or team now to donate on their behalf.

Find a Participant

Give to the event goal

Ending breast cancer needs all of us. Give directly to our event and help us reach our $536,000.00 goal.

Give

Fundraise and Get Rewarded

Our Race fundraisers are rewarded with amazing Komen swag!

Fundraisers ensure Komen can make a difference in the lives of people impacted by breast cancer. Race fundraisers earn points for every dollar raised to be redeemed for exclusive Komen swag. Visit https://www.komen.org/komenincentives to see all items available.

Program details: $1 raised = 1 point earned. Redeem at any time, as often as you like, for as many items as you like, based on your points available. Points expire after 18 months of no fundraising activity.

All items subject to availability. Incentive redemption account information will be sent via email from komenincentives@genumark.com when the first $100 is raised.

Visit ShopKomen to stock up on even more gear.

Viking Lakes Race Highlights

The Entrance to Viking Lakes

The Finish Line

The Vikings Museum

Explore the trails at Viking Lakes, team headquarters of the Minnesota Vikings. Join thousands of Minnesotans who come together, from start to finish as we run as ONE to prevent and cure breast cancer.