Short Shorts 5K
Moorhead, Minnesota, United States
Jun, 2027 (TBD)
5k
Race Information
At the Short Shorts 5K at Swing Barrel Brewing Co., you are highly encouraged to rock your shortest, funniest, most retro shorts… but regular running shorts are totally fine too!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or joining just for the fun (and that post-race beer), this 5K is all about good vibes, great people, and a little leg day celebration.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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