11th Annual Earth Day 5K Bee Run/Walk/River Cleanup
Schedule
Sat Apr 18 2026 at 08:30 am to 12:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Boom Island Park | Minneapolis, MN
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Join us for the 11th annual Earth Day 5K Bee Run/Walk/River Cleanup! The event features a family and dog-friendly fun run/walk, river cleanup, and Earth Day festivities to support efforts to protect pollinators and their habitat. Learn more and register at greatrivercoalition.com/2026-beerunwalkcleanup.
Since 2016, the Great River Coalition has been raising funds for pollinator plantings along the Mississippi River and building awareness about the importance of protecting and saving our pollinators due to climate and environmental changes. Native pollinators, including the federally endangered Rusty Patched Bumblebee and other wild bees, continue to desperately need our help.
The Earth Day 5K Bee Run/Walk/River Cleanup is hosted by the Great River Coalition, Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, the National Park Service, and Mill City Running/St. City Running.
The 5K course traverses through the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area—the only national park offering scenic views of the Mississippi River.
Following the 5K, participants will be able to take part in an organized river cleanup and enjoy festivities including live music and entertainment, prizes, games for kids, educational activities, and more. Photo ops will include a bee-themed selfie station, notable appearances, and mascots.
Bee and pollinator themed costumes are encouraged! Prizes for the best costumes will be awarded.
EVENT DETAILS
$40 in advance, $45 on Race Day
FREE for kids’ race (ages 6 and under) and River Clean Up
Includes family-friendly activities and a celebration of Earth Day.
Learn more:
greatrivercoalition.com/2026-beerunwalkcleanup
Register:
https://raceroster.com/events/2026/111846/earth-day-5k-bee-runwalkriver-cleanup
The 5K will start at 9 a.m. The kid’s race, with goodie bags, will begin at 8:30 a.m. — children must be age 6 or under and must be registered before the event, either online or in-person with registration of walker or runner. The River Clean Up begins at 9:30am. Volunteers must register online before the event.
Prizes:
- HD Flat Screen Smart TV
- Four tickets to US Bank Stadium, Row 12, End Seats, Seats 16, 17, 18, & 19 (End Zone, Facing Minneapolis, value $800 +)
- And much more!
Costumes are welcome. Prizes for the best! Name your team!
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Where is it happening?
Boom Island Park, ChargePoint, 724 Sibley St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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