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Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon, Relay, 5K, and 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll

Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon, Relay, 5K, and 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll

Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon showcases North Dakota's Souris Valley with a scenic, community-focused race.

Race Date

Sep 11, 2026

Location

Minot, ND

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Quick facts

Date
Friday, September 11, 2026
Location
Minot, North Dakota
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 13.1 Miles, 1 Miles
Course
Point to Point
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
663

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Local CommunityGreat MedalGreat Swag

Course

Fast FlatScenic Route

The Experience

The Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon offers a unique tour through the Souris Valley, connecting the communities of Burlington and Minot, North Dakota. Runners traverse dedicated paths, enjoying a scenic route that culminates in downtown Minot's Citizen's Alley. This event, first run in 2020 and now in its sixth edition, typically sees around 265 finishers, with a growing field that draws participants from approximately 16 states.

The course is largely flat, following the Souris Valley, making it a potentially fast day for runners. The atmosphere is noted for its local community feel, with about a quarter of participants returning in subsequent years, indicating a loyal following. All half marathon and 5K finishers receive custom shirts and medals, adding to the race's appeal as a well-supported, community-driven event.

Race-provided description

The Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon is a unique running event that showcases the beautiful communities of Burlington and Minot, ND by way of a scenic 13.1 mile course that follows the Souris Valley along dedicated running/biking paths. The race ends in downtown Minot at Citizen's Alley.   All runners registered for the half marathon, half marathon relay, or 5K by September 1st will receive a custom BurliMOT shirt.   Medals will be also be provided for all half marathon, half marathon relay, and 5K finishers.  

Races:

Half Marathon - Starts in Burlington on Saturday, September 12th at 8:00am.  Shuttles will be available from downtown to get you to the start line.  Parking near the race start is located on the north side of the Sports Complex; please follow Colton Ave to Davis St North, then turn right onto Valley Ave. The race ends downtown Minot.

Half Marathon Relay - This race starts at the same time as the Half Marathon and follows the same course.  Relay runners can exchange wherever they want along the course. The first leg can run 11 miles and the second can run 2.1, if they choose.  The second leg will just need to be waiting on the course wherever the team decides and hop on when the first leg gets to that point. You may also add additional runners (up to 4 total) and each can run their own portion of the half marathon relay, exchanging wherever your team decides. The cost of the Half Marathon Relay covers two participants, but additional shirts and medals will be available for purchase for those additional runners. The half way point is located by Dakota Bark Park at 2905 7th Ave SW, Minot. There is no shuttle to the half way point so although those running the 1st leg can hop on the shuttle to get to the start of their leg in Burlington, the 2nd leg is responsible for getting themselves to the start of the the 2nd leg.  There is parking by the dog park and the baseball diamonds. When registering for this race, you have the option to allow the 1st leg person for the relay to continue on to finish the full half marathon, it just needs to be noted in the questions answered during registration so we know to chip them for both the relay and the half marathon.

5K - This race starts at Oak Park located at 1300 4th Ave NW, Minot at 8:30am by the bandshell.  The 5K then joins along the half marathon course and finishes with them downtown.  Parking is located next to the Oak Park Splash Pad and the Oak Park Village across 4th Ave from the entrance of Oak Park.  Please do NOT park in the Main Oak Park parking area.

1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll - This race takes place on Friday, September 11th at the same time as packet pickup in Oak Park located at 1300 4th Ave NW, Minot at 5:30 pm by the bandshell.  They will also finish in Oak Park.

Additional Info:

Packet Pickup: You will be able to pick up your packet in Oak Park located at 1300 4th Ave NW on Friday September 11th from 4:30-6:30pm as well as the morning of the race.  Packet pickup on race morning will take place starting at 6:30am in Citizens Alley (the finish line).  You will need to get there early enough to get your packet and head to the start.  Otherwise we will have bibs at the start lines for you and you will pick up the rest of your packet after completing your race.

Bag Drop: Available at the 5k and half marathon start locations. Your items will be transported to the end for retrieval at Citizen's Alley.

Shuttles: There will be fun bus shuttles available to transport participants to the start of the events.  Space is very limited on the shuttles so we ask that if possible, please car pool or line up alternate transportation to the start.  Shuttle buses will be transporting those with a Shuttle ticket from the finish line area at Citizens Alley to the start line. Buses will be leaving promptly at 6:40am and 7:20am for the half marathon; and 8:00am for the 5K.  We recommend getting there early and securing a spot because there are only about 40 spots available per load. 

Start Times: Half Marathon and Half Marathon Relay: 8:00am September 12th.  5K: 8:30 am September 12th.  1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll: 5:30 pm Friday, September 11th at Oak Park near the white bandshell/stage.

Routes: The routes will be thoroughly marked by signage and volunteer direction. The half marathon starts in Burlington, the 5K starts in Oak Park but they join together and both end in downtown Minot in Citizens Alley.  The route is not locked in yet, but will be released closer to the event.

Water Stations: There 8 water stations along the half marathon route, Powerade will be available at 4 of the stations.

Restrooms: Restrooms at the Sports Complex will be available at the start at the half marathon and the Oak Park restrooms will be used at the start of the 5K. There will be bathroom's available at the end as well as porta potties located along the course.

Timing: Half Marathon, 5K and Relay: this will be a chip timed event, your chip will be attached to your bib. Please pin the chip to your hip prior to race start.   1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll - this is not a timed event.

Prizes: Half Marathon: Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and females as well as to the overall winner of the event.  There will also be small prizes awarded to the fastest male and female in the following age categories 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. 5K: Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and females. There will also be small prizes awarded to the fastest male and female in the following age categories 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll: There will be not be prizes for this event.

Post Run Event: Spectators and participants are all welcome to enjoy our finish line and post run event.  Join us for food trucks, an outdoor bar, yard games, music, and fun!

Logistics

Race Day

Friday, September 11, 2026

Start Time

8:00 AM

Giveaway

Long Sleeve T-Shirt

Start Location

Burlington, Minot, Minot, ND, 58703

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Point to Point

Terrain

road

Scenery

Lake River, Rural

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K13.1 Miles1 Miles

Quality Score

Standout64
Methodology
Heritage12/20

6 years running

Size12/15

~252 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty20/20

25% returning runners

Course & details5/15

5 timing sources

National draw7/10

runners from 16 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:20:26

Weather0/10

typical high 76°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

55°

Afternoon (High)

76°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.1"

Precipitation

13 mph

Wind

59%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 663 finishers actually crossed the line across 6 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

663

Median time

2:10:45

Latest turnout

134

States

29

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:15p50 median ≈ 2:054:00

Turnout by year

20202025

'20'21'22'23'24'25
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Frequently asked

When is the Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon, Relay, 5K, and 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll?

The Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon, Relay, 5K, and 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll is held on Friday, September 11, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon, Relay, 5K, and 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll take place?

It takes place in Minot, North Dakota.

What distances does the Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon, Relay, 5K, and 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 13.1 Miles, 1 Miles.

Is the Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon, Relay, 5K, and 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll course flat and good for a PR?

The Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon, Relay, 5K, and 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll is a ultra-flat, point to point course.

How many people run the Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon, Relay, 5K, and 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll?

HalfRuns has finish records for 663 runners who have completed the Scheels BurliMOT Half Marathon, Relay, 5K, and 1 Mile Walk/Run/Roll.

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