Brainerd Catholic is hosting its first annual Run for the Son: Faithful 5k and 10k. Join us together as a family in faith for these professionally timed races incorporating the scenic Buffalo Hills Park trails beginning at 8:30 am on Saturday, September 27th at St. Andrews Catholic Church in Brainerd, MN.
Not a runner? You can choose to walk or simply come support your fellow Christians as we come together for a morning of fun.
As part of our diocesan-wide appeal to spread the message of healing, hope, and joy in Jesus within our mission field, this running event is an opportunity to connect and build up Christians throughout the community.
Food and beverages will be available by our local Knights of Columbus group and St. Francis of the Lakes Catholic School. There will also be a youth 100 yard "Disciple Dash" for kids.
Racer Swag
All participants registered by September 12th will be guaranteed a shirt. After this date you will not be guaranteed a shirt.
10k and 5k participants will receive a bella canvas shirt. Disciple Dash shirts are cotton.
Disciple Dash Info
There will be several heats offered for the 100 yard dash, groups will be determined by age. The dash will take place on the lawn near the finish line at 9:15 am.
Fundraise for the Cause
After you register, you will be given the option to create your own fundraising page. With this page you will have a personal link that you can share with friends and family. Share the message of why this race and organization are important to you and raisesome additonal monies towards your favorite cause.
Race Day Schedule
7:00 am-7:45am Registration available (no new registrations after this time)
7:00am-8:15am-Packet pickup for pre-registered runners
8:30 10k Start
8:35 5k Start
9:15 Disciple Dash
9:30 Awards
*All events take place at St. Andrew's Catholic Church
Race awards
Overall Male and Female 10k
Overall Male and Female 5k
5k Age Group Awards
15 and under
16-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60 and over
10k-No age group awards
All 5k and 10k Finishers will receive a medal.
All Disciple Dash participants will receive a ribbon.
Parking
Parking is available in the St. Andrew's main parking lot. Please refrain from parking on the race course (Willow Street and CR 45).
Race Details and Course Maps
The 5K and 10K both start and finish at St. Andrew's. Much of both races run on the beautiful Buffalo Hills Trails. There will be one water stop available for the 5K and two for the 10K.
5K Map (need link)
10K Map (need link)
Post Race
Enjoy a granola bar, water and banana after you finish your race.
Snap a photo at the backdrop.
