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City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival

Minneapolis, Minnesota
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival official race logo - running event in Minneapolis, Minnesota
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LOCATION:
Minneapolis, Minnesota
PRICE:
Free
DISTANCES:
15 Events: 10K, 5K, 3K, 37K, 20K, 10K, 1.5K, 5K, 37K, 20K, 10K, 10K, 33K, 20K, 10K

About City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival

Growing from a once humble cross-country ski race in 2003, the City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival has come to be the staple event of winter in the North.

The City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival is a two-day festival that includes a variety of point-to-point Cross-Country Ski, Fat Bike, Skijor, and Snowshoe events, both competitive races and recreational touring events through Theodore Wirth Park; and a number of unique events, such as the Kubb Tournament and Luminary Loppet (also the Loppet’s largest fundraiser of the year!) – plus much more.

City of Lakes Loppet Winter FestivalGrowing from a once humble cross-country ski race in 2003, the City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival has come to be the staple event of winter in the North. The City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival is a two-day festival that includes a variety of point-to-point Cross-Country Ski, Fat Bike, Skijor, and Snowshoe events, both competitive races and recreational touring events through Theodore Wirth Park; and a number of unique events, such as the Kubb Tournament and Luminary Loppet (also the Loppet’s largest fundraiser of the year!) – plus much more.
Minneapolis, MN

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 22 race distances available for City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival in Minneapolis, MN. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

10K Skijor Loppet

10K (6.2 miles)
Distance
10K (6.2 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 10K Skijor Loppet

How long is the 10K Skijor Loppet?
The 10K Skijor Loppet covers 10K (6.2 miles).
What time does the 10K Skijor Loppet start?
The 10K Skijor Loppet starts at 8:30:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 10K Skijor Loppet?
Registration for the 10K Skijor Loppet costs $0.00.
Where is the 10K Skijor Loppet located?
The 10K Skijor Loppet takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

5K Skijor Loppet

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5K Skijor Loppet

How long is the 5K Skijor Loppet?
The 5K Skijor Loppet covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the 5K Skijor Loppet start?
The 5K Skijor Loppet starts at 8:50:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 5K Skijor Loppet?
Registration for the 5K Skijor Loppet costs $0.00.
Where is the 5K Skijor Loppet located?
The 5K Skijor Loppet takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

3K Skijor Loppet

3K
Distance
3K
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 3K Skijor Loppet

How long is the 3K Skijor Loppet?
The 3K Skijor Loppet covers 3K.
What time does the 3K Skijor Loppet start?
The 3K Skijor Loppet starts at 8:55:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 3K Skijor Loppet?
Registration for the 3K Skijor Loppet costs $0.00.
Where is the 3K Skijor Loppet located?
The 3K Skijor Loppet takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

31K Classic Ski Loppet

37K
Distance
37K
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 31K Classic Ski Loppet

How long is the 31K Classic Ski Loppet?
The 31K Classic Ski Loppet covers 37K.
What time does the 31K Classic Ski Loppet start?
The 31K Classic Ski Loppet starts at 9:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 31K Classic Ski Loppet?
Registration for the 31K Classic Ski Loppet costs $0.00.
Where is the 31K Classic Ski Loppet located?
The 31K Classic Ski Loppet takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

Loppet Challenge

Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Loppet Challenge

How long is the Loppet Challenge?
The Loppet Challenge covers Distance varies.
What time does the Loppet Challenge start?
The Loppet Challenge starts at 9:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Loppet Challenge?
Registration for the Loppet Challenge costs $0.00.
Where is the Loppet Challenge located?
The Loppet Challenge takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

20K Classic Ski Puoli Loppet

20K
Distance
20K
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 20K Classic Ski Puoli Loppet

How long is the 20K Classic Ski Puoli Loppet?
The 20K Classic Ski Puoli Loppet covers 20K.
What time does the 20K Classic Ski Puoli Loppet start?
The 20K Classic Ski Puoli Loppet starts at 9:45:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 20K Classic Ski Puoli Loppet?
Registration for the 20K Classic Ski Puoli Loppet costs $0.00.
Where is the 20K Classic Ski Puoli Loppet located?
The 20K Classic Ski Puoli Loppet takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

Recreational Kubb Tournament

Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Recreational Kubb Tournament

How long is the Recreational Kubb Tournament?
The Recreational Kubb Tournament covers Distance varies.
What time does the Recreational Kubb Tournament start?
The Recreational Kubb Tournament starts at 10:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Recreational Kubb Tournament?
Registration for the Recreational Kubb Tournament costs $0.00.
Where is the Recreational Kubb Tournament located?
The Recreational Kubb Tournament takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

Championship Kubb Tournament

Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Championship Kubb Tournament

How long is the Championship Kubb Tournament?
The Championship Kubb Tournament covers Distance varies.
What time does the Championship Kubb Tournament start?
The Championship Kubb Tournament starts at 10:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Championship Kubb Tournament?
Registration for the Championship Kubb Tournament costs $0.00.
Where is the Championship Kubb Tournament located?
The Championship Kubb Tournament takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

10K Classic Ski Tour

10K (6.2 miles)
Distance
10K (6.2 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 10K Classic Ski Tour

How long is the 10K Classic Ski Tour?
The 10K Classic Ski Tour covers 10K (6.2 miles).
What time does the 10K Classic Ski Tour start?
The 10K Classic Ski Tour starts at 10:15:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 10K Classic Ski Tour?
Registration for the 10K Classic Ski Tour costs $0.00.
Where is the 10K Classic Ski Tour located?
The 10K Classic Ski Tour takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

Ski-Orienteering Loppet

Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Ski-Orienteering Loppet

How long is the Ski-Orienteering Loppet?
The Ski-Orienteering Loppet covers Distance varies.
What time does the Ski-Orienteering Loppet start?
The Ski-Orienteering Loppet starts at 12:00:00 PM.
How much does it cost to register for the Ski-Orienteering Loppet?
Registration for the Ski-Orienteering Loppet costs $0.00.
Where is the Ski-Orienteering Loppet located?
The Ski-Orienteering Loppet takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

1K Next Generation Ski

Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 1K Next Generation Ski

How long is the 1K Next Generation Ski?
The 1K Next Generation Ski covers Distance varies.
What time does the 1K Next Generation Ski start?
The 1K Next Generation Ski starts at 1:30:00 PM.
How much does it cost to register for the 1K Next Generation Ski?
Registration for the 1K Next Generation Ski costs $0.00.
Where is the 1K Next Generation Ski located?
The 1K Next Generation Ski takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

2K Next Generation Ski

Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 2K Next Generation Ski

How long is the 2K Next Generation Ski?
The 2K Next Generation Ski covers Distance varies.
What time does the 2K Next Generation Ski start?
The 2K Next Generation Ski starts at 1:35:00 PM.
How much does it cost to register for the 2K Next Generation Ski?
Registration for the 2K Next Generation Ski costs $0.00.
Where is the 2K Next Generation Ski located?
The 2K Next Generation Ski takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

3K Next Generation Ski

Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 3K Next Generation Ski

How long is the 3K Next Generation Ski?
The 3K Next Generation Ski covers Distance varies.
What time does the 3K Next Generation Ski start?
The 3K Next Generation Ski starts at 1:45:00 PM.
How much does it cost to register for the 3K Next Generation Ski?
Registration for the 3K Next Generation Ski costs $0.00.
Where is the 3K Next Generation Ski located?
The 3K Next Generation Ski takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

1K Sit Ski

1.5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
1.5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 1K Sit Ski

How long is the 1K Sit Ski?
The 1K Sit Ski covers 1.5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the 1K Sit Ski start?
The 1K Sit Ski starts at 8:45:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 1K Sit Ski?
Registration for the 1K Sit Ski costs $0.00.
Where is the 1K Sit Ski located?
The 1K Sit Ski takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

5K Ski

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5K Ski

How long is the 5K Ski?
The 5K Ski covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the 5K Ski start?
The 5K Ski starts at 8:55:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 5K Ski?
Registration for the 5K Ski costs $0.00.
Where is the 5K Ski located?
The 5K Ski takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

31K Skate Ski Loppet

37K
Distance
37K
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 31K Skate Ski Loppet

How long is the 31K Skate Ski Loppet?
The 31K Skate Ski Loppet covers 37K.
What time does the 31K Skate Ski Loppet start?
The 31K Skate Ski Loppet starts at 9:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 31K Skate Ski Loppet?
Registration for the 31K Skate Ski Loppet costs $0.00.
Where is the 31K Skate Ski Loppet located?
The 31K Skate Ski Loppet takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

20K Skate Ski Puoli Loppet

20K
Distance
20K
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 20K Skate Ski Puoli Loppet

How long is the 20K Skate Ski Puoli Loppet?
The 20K Skate Ski Puoli Loppet covers 20K.
What time does the 20K Skate Ski Puoli Loppet start?
The 20K Skate Ski Puoli Loppet starts at 10:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 20K Skate Ski Puoli Loppet?
Registration for the 20K Skate Ski Puoli Loppet costs $0.00.
Where is the 20K Skate Ski Puoli Loppet located?
The 20K Skate Ski Puoli Loppet takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

10K Skate Ski Tour

10K (6.2 miles)
Distance
10K (6.2 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 10K Skate Ski Tour

How long is the 10K Skate Ski Tour?
The 10K Skate Ski Tour covers 10K (6.2 miles).
What time does the 10K Skate Ski Tour start?
The 10K Skate Ski Tour starts at 10:30:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 10K Skate Ski Tour?
Registration for the 10K Skate Ski Tour costs $0.00.
Where is the 10K Skate Ski Tour located?
The 10K Skate Ski Tour takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

10K Snowshoe Loppet

10K (6.2 miles)
Distance
10K (6.2 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 10K Snowshoe Loppet

How long is the 10K Snowshoe Loppet?
The 10K Snowshoe Loppet covers 10K (6.2 miles).
What time does the 10K Snowshoe Loppet start?
The 10K Snowshoe Loppet starts at 10:40:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 10K Snowshoe Loppet?
Registration for the 10K Snowshoe Loppet costs $0.00.
Where is the 10K Snowshoe Loppet located?
The 10K Snowshoe Loppet takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

28K Fat Bike Loppet

33K
Distance
33K
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 28K Fat Bike Loppet

How long is the 28K Fat Bike Loppet?
The 28K Fat Bike Loppet covers 33K.
What time does the 28K Fat Bike Loppet start?
The 28K Fat Bike Loppet starts at 11:45:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 28K Fat Bike Loppet?
Registration for the 28K Fat Bike Loppet costs $0.00.
Where is the 28K Fat Bike Loppet located?
The 28K Fat Bike Loppet takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

20K Fat Bike Puoli Loppet

20K
Distance
20K
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 20K Fat Bike Puoli Loppet

How long is the 20K Fat Bike Puoli Loppet?
The 20K Fat Bike Puoli Loppet covers 20K.
What time does the 20K Fat Bike Puoli Loppet start?
The 20K Fat Bike Puoli Loppet starts at 11:50:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 20K Fat Bike Puoli Loppet?
Registration for the 20K Fat Bike Puoli Loppet costs $0.00.
Where is the 20K Fat Bike Puoli Loppet located?
The 20K Fat Bike Puoli Loppet takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

10K Fat Bike Tour

10K (6.2 miles)
Distance
10K (6.2 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Minneapolis, MN
MinneapolisMN
City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 10K Fat Bike Tour

How long is the 10K Fat Bike Tour?
The 10K Fat Bike Tour covers 10K (6.2 miles).
What time does the 10K Fat Bike Tour start?
The 10K Fat Bike Tour starts at 12:00:00 PM.
How much does it cost to register for the 10K Fat Bike Tour?
Registration for the 10K Fat Bike Tour costs $0.00.
Where is the 10K Fat Bike Tour located?
The 10K Fat Bike Tour takes place in Minneapolis, MN.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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