Twin Cities Twilight Relays
Run a 13-mile relay loop around Bde Maka Ska as summer fades.
Race Date
Jul 17, 2026
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Quick facts
- Date
- Friday, July 17, 2026
- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Twin Cities Twilight Relays offers a unique summer-ending team challenge. This 13-ish mile relay unfolds around the scenic Bde Maka Ska lake in Minneapolis, with each of the four team members tackling an identical ~3.25-mile clockwise loop. The course starts and finishes at Thomas Beach, providing a picturesque setting for this unique event.
Participants not actively running their leg gather in a lively festival area. Here, a DJ spins tunes, food trucks serve up delicious eats, and teams can celebrate their efforts. It’s a perfect blend of competitive running and relaxed summer socializing, ideal for friends and running clubs looking for a memorable team experience as the season winds down.
Race-provided description
We Run Summer! Register now The Twin Cities Twilight Relays is a 13(ish) mile, 4-person relay race where each team-member runs an identical approximately 3.25-mile full clockwise loop of Bde Maka Ska, starting and finishing at Thomas Beach. During the event--while not running their leg--participants congregate in a festival area with a DJ, food truck, and…
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 5 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 83°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
63°
Afternoon (High)
83°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Twin Cities Twilight Relays?
The Twin Cities Twilight Relays is held on Friday, July 17, 2026.
Where does the Twin Cities Twilight Relays take place?
It takes place in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
What distances does the Twin Cities Twilight Relays offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Twin Cities Twilight Relays course flat and good for a PR?
The Twin Cities Twilight Relays is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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