Get ready to experience the scenic beauty and vibrant atmosphere of the Lift Bridge Road Races, set for June 27, 2026, in picturesque Stillwater, MN. This popular event offers a distance for every runner, including a Half Marathon (13.1M), 10-Mile, 10K, and 5K, all on USA Track & Field certified courses. Typical race day conditions in late June bring highs around 81F and lows around 62F, with a 15% chance of precipitation, creating a true summer running challenge.

The Lift Bridge Road Races are renowned for showcasing the best of Stillwater, with courses winding through historic residential areas, alongside scenic lakes, and along paved trails, offering glimpses of stunning Victorian mansions. While offering mostly rural views, runners should anticipate some undulating terrain, with reviews noting "hilly" sections on the longer distances. The 10-mile race is a loop that conveniently starts and finishes at the Lift Bridge Brewing Company, the event's title sponsor, while the 10K and 5K begin at Washington Park, with runners shuttled to their respective starting points. Pacers are also available for the half and 10-mile distances to help you hit your goals.

All distances culminate in a festive finish at the Lift Bridge Brewing Company's Tower Drive location, where a lively celebration awaits participants. Runners are treated to music, free beer, and a variety of recovery food including water, Gatorade, salty snacks, bananas, and oranges. Aid stations, stocked with water and Gatorade, are strategically placed approximately every two miles along the courses, with portable restrooms available at starts and near aid stations. Finishers receive collectible medals designed to fit together with other races in the Run Stillwater series, along with a gender-specific, premium quality shirt and personalized race bibs. For added convenience, runners can access showers at the nearby River Valley Athletic Club post-race.