Rainbow Run 5K
Get ready to dash through the rainbow at the 2026 Twin Cities Pride Rainbow Run 5k & Kid’s Rainbow Dash! Join us for an electric run down Hennepin Avenue and feel the energy as parade spectators cheer you on, or participate virtually from wherever you are!
Date: June 28, 2026
Time:
8:30 am 5k Pre-Run yoga/stretch
9am 5K Start
10:00am Kid’s Rainbow Dash Start
Routes:
5K: Start at BF Nelson Park, running down the parade route to finish at MCTC
Rainbow Dash: Two blocks on Hennepin from 11th to Spruce
Starting Locations:
5K: BF Nelson Park [434 NE Main St, Minneapolis, MN 55413]
Rainbow Dash: Hennepin Avenue and 11th Avenue
Create a team when registering or fundraise on your own!
All proceeds raised support our year-round programming: Rainbow Wardrobe, Youth Scholarships, Youth Game Nights, Rainbow Feast
Shakeout Run/Walk
Lace up and join us on Monday, June 22 for our Rainbow Run Shakeout Run/Walk!
Starting at 6pm at the Twin Cities Pride Cultural Arts Center, this is your chance to get moving before race day, pick up your bib early, and connect with fellow Rainbow Run participants and community members. Whether you’re running, walking, or just coming to soak in the energy, everyone is welcome as we kick off Pride week together!
Date: June 22nd, 2026
Time: 6pm arrival 6:15pm start
Location: 1201 Harmon Pl, Suite 104, 55403
Run/Walk Details: All Paces Welcome! 2 miles through Loring Park and the Sculpture Garden. After the run you can pick up your bib and be ready for race day!
Register Here
5K Pricing
(All registration includes a t-shirt and a medal)
In-Person $46
Virtual $55 (This includes shipping)
Turn your race into a fundraiser!
Create a team when registering or fundraise on your own!
All proceeds raised support our year-round programming: Rainbow Wardrobe, Youth Scholarships, Youth Game Nights, Trans & Intersex Resource Network, Free Community Meals
Rainbow Dash Pricing
(All registration includes a medal)
In-Person Only – $15
Bib & T-Shirt Pick-Up:
- Tuesday June 23rd 11am – 7pm
- Pride Cultural Arts Center: 1201 Harmon Pl, Suite 104, 55403
- Enter on 12th between Harmon & Yale
- You can park at one of the hooded meters on 12th
Shakeout Run
- Monday June 22nd 6pm
- Pride Cultural Arts Center: 1201 Harmon Pl, Suite 104, 55403
- Those attending the Shakeout Run can pickup their bib and t-shirt early!
Transportation
Free shuttle service between the beginning and end of the race is provided.
Parking
If you plan to park at the finish line and take the shuttle we recommend parking in the MCTC Parking Ramp. The Entrance to the ramp is on 16th.
If you plan to park at the starting line, there is neighborhood parking all around BF Nelson Park that is a short walk to the start. If you are planning to take the shuttle back to the start line after the race you will need to catch the 9:45am shuttle that will leave from 16th and Hennepin. This will be the only shuttle going back to the starting line.
Friends and family are welcome to come to the race, bring a motivational sign, and watch and cheer on participants! The race is along the parade route before our parade.
