Waconia Nickle Dickle Day
Waconia, Minnesota, United States
Sep, 2027 (TBD)
5k, 10k
Race Information
The Nickle Dickle Day Run is a longstanding Waconia tradition held as part of the city's annual Nickle Dickle Day celebration. Runners can choose between a 5K and 10K, while younger runners have their own half-mile Tickle Run.
The races kick off a full day of festivities around Waconia, with arts and crafts vendors, a classic car show, food, music and other community events continuing after the run. With more than 30 editions behind it, the race has become a fixture of one of Waconia's biggest community celebrations.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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