Global Running Day 5k + Post Run Beer Garden | 2025 MN Brewery Run
Join us for a special Global Running Day 5k event! Complete a 5k at your own pace and celebrate at the finish line
Date and time
Location
Boom Island Park
724 Sibley St NE minneapolis, MN 55413Refund Policy
About this event
Minnesota Brewery Running Series® – We Run for Beer! 🏃♂️🍻
Celebrate Global Running Day with us at Boom Island Park in Minneapolis, MN, on Wednesday, June 4! This special edition of our fun run series is all about movement, community, and post-run cheers. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a reason to get outside, this 5K-ish fun run is for everyone!
We’re proud to host this event in partnership with Fulton Beer (our FIRST ever 5k event host) and Run Minnesota, the state’s oldest and largest running organization! Together, we’re bringing the community together for a fun, inclusive, and celebratory evening dedicated to the joy of being active, having fun and giving back.
Run, walk, or jog at your own pace on our scenic, untimed course through Boom Island Park, taking in beautiful views of the Mississippi River and downtown Minneapolis. Then, head to our post-run beer garden to celebrate with a refreshing craft beverage! 🎉
Event Details
📅 When: Wednesday, June 4 | Start times from 6:00 PM
📍 Where: Boom Island Park, Minneapolis, MN
🗺️ Course: A fun, scenic 5K-ish route starting and ending in the park
Celebrate at the Finish Line! 🎉
Cross the finish line and step into a one-of-a-kind tasting experience! Each participant will receive a special tasting glass to sample a variety of locally made craft beverages, including:
✨ Fulton Lonely Blonde – Light, crisp, and crowd-pleasing
🌲 Fulton 300 IPA – Bold hops and citrusy punch
🌾 Fulton Sweet Child of Vine – A balanced Midwest IPA classic
🍋 Fulton Blood Orange Hard Seltzer – Bright, refreshing, and easy-drinking…and more surprise sips from some of the best makers in Minnesota!
Whether you're in it for the run, the vibes, or the post-race pint—we've got your perfect pour. 🏃♂️🍺🏃♀️
🎉 Untimed. All levels welcome. Good beer guaranteed.
Our Mission
Be active. Have fun. Give back. A portion of all proceeds supports local nonprofits, making a positive impact in our community. 🙌 Over $500k raised to date!
Important Event Details
🏃♀️ Untimed fun run – All paces welcome!
🚶♂️ Open course – Be mindful of traffic and others in the park.
🆔 Bring your ID – 21+ for beer; underage participants get a non-alcoholic beverage token 🍹.
🌧️ Rain or shine – We run no matter the weather!
✨ Limited spots available – Sign up now to secure yours!
Keep an eye on your inbox for final event details and reminders.
Questions? Reach out to us at: morgan@breweryrunningseries.com
Let’s run, drink, and celebrate Global Running Day together at Boom Island Park on Wednesday, June 4! 🌟
#RunFarDrinkLocal #BreweryRunningSeries #RunMN #GlobalRunningDay
Frequently asked questions
Participants arrive, check in, walk / jog / run a 5k-ish course (or other distance options as listed), get a token to enjoy a free craft beverage, and enjoy the day’s festivities.
- A craft beer / cider / beverage - Your choice of a Collector’s Pint Glass or Series swag Item - Donation to local non-profit organizations - Access to event festivities like: live music, food trucks, giveaways, games, goodies from our partners and sponsors, and more! These festivities vary.
These items rotate throughout the season. We like to mix it up so you can run with us often and you don’t keep getting the same darn thing! Examples: pint glass, FitSok running socks, BPA free waterbottle, bottle openers, running belts.. the list goes on! Got enough stuff? Ask about our SWAG POINTS
The place to enter code is tricky to find. You should see it in the upper left corner before you go to check out. Please let us know if this is not showing up for some reason and we can help complete your registration.
"OPEN COURSE" means we do not close the roads. You are responsible for obeying all traffic laws and regulations. Please stay alert, and stay safe, stop at all intersections, and respect others along the way.
The course will be marked with arrow signs + we will station our amazing volunteer guides along the route to help direct you where to go! We strongly encourage you to bring your smartphone so that if you do lose your way, you can contact someone if needed and make it back to the taproom safely.
Dogs and strollers are welcome on the course (with care and caution). Please remember - you are running at your own risk on city sidewalks / streets / trails, which might not be suitable for your running smaller running buddies. AND always check the brewery for taproom guidelines as they may vary.
Our events are rain or shine! If conditions become unsafe to run, we will still hang out and drink beer.
1, You will receive a confirmation email from our ticket partner, Eventbrite, immediately after you register 2. You will get an additional email from us the week of the event with all event details, directions and any specific information you need to know about the day’s festivities
All levels are welcome! Walk, jog, run, crawl... Whatever goes! It’s not about how far or how fast you go… it’s just that you GO!
Absolutely! Friends and family not want to run, but still want to get FREE beer? They can volunteer! Contact your local event director to learn more.
We work with a range of locaorganizations and do our best to support causes in the immediate area or in line with the mission of the brewery. Check our website for updates as these partners can change per event.
Let's chat! We love to work with, and support as many fellow local businesses and organizations as we can. Contact your local event director, or if you're not sure who that is, email info@breweryrunningseries.com and we'll put you in touch with the right person.
Organized by
The Brewery Running Series® was founded in Minneapolis, MN in 2012. We started with one event - a 5k at a local brewery in celebration of Global Running Day. We now organize over 300 events per year, across 22+ states and counting!
Our mission is to be active, have fun and give back! A portion of all proceeds support local nonprofits. Learn more and check out our upcoming events at: www.breweryrunningseries.com