Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Rochester
Rochester's Hometown Half offers a local-themed run with custom medals and designer shirts for all.
Race Date
Sep 6, 2026
Location
Rochester, MN
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, September 6, 2026
- Location
- Rochester, Minnesota
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 50m, Volunteer then Run, Virtual Run, 1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Golden Harvest Half Marathon in Rochester, Minnesota, is a beloved community event that draws runners from across the region. This race, which has been a fixture for many years, offers a welcoming atmosphere perfect for families and runners of all abilities.
The course is known for its flatness, making it a prime candidate for setting personal bests. Runners can expect a well-supported race with pacers available for the half marathon, ensuring a steady pace towards the finish line. The event emphasizes a local theme, celebrating the spirit of Rochester.
Participants receive a designer t-shirt and a custom finisher medal, with additional perks like chip-timing and free photos adding to the race-day experience. Delicious treats await finishers, capping off a rewarding day of running and community celebration.
Race-provided description
Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Pacers for the half marathon
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, September 6, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Soldiers Field Memorial Park, Rochester, MN, 55902
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 8 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 73°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
57°
Afternoon (High)
73°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
69%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Rochester?
The Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Rochester is held on Sunday, September 6, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Rochester take place?
It takes place in Rochester, Minnesota.
What distances does the Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Rochester offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 50m, Volunteer then Run, Virtual Run, 1 Miles.
Is the Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Rochester course flat and good for a PR?
The Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Rochester is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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