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Break the Barrier 5K & 1k
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Break the Barrier 5K & 1k

Waite Park, Minnesota, United States
Jun 06, 2026
Running

About this race

Join us for ConnectAbility of MN’s Break the Barrier 5K & 1K for every body. This inclusive event is geared towards the whole family. Whether you're running, walking, rolling, or strolling, this event is about breaking down barriers and building a supportive community.

Tours & Vendors

  • Our building will be open to the public for tours of our Assistive Technology & Mobility Lab
  • The event parking lot will have free snacks, water, and community resource booths.

Early Bird Signup - Free Shirt

  • Free event shirts will be provided to all 5K and 1K participants who register by May 15, 2026.

Free Medals

  • Medals will be given to all participants at the finishline

Check In

  • On day of event please arrive 15 - 20 minutes before your event start time.

5K Run starts at 8:00am

5K Walk starts at - 9:00am

1K starts at - 10:00am,

  • At the event tent, you will sign in and receive your t-shirt (if applicable) and bib. 

1K Chalk Paths

Colorful chalk paths will cover half the width of the 1K event route. Following chalk paths is optional.

Pick your distance

Running

Break the Barrier 5K Run

Jun 06, 2026 5K 8:00 AM
$20.00
Closed

Break the Barrier 1K Run/Walk/Roll

This registration includes the runner/walker/roller and 1 support person or animal. All are welcome to join this 1k event

Jun 06, 2026 1K 10:00 AM
$5.00
Closed

Walking

Break the Barrier 5K Walk/Roll

Jun 06, 2026 8K 9:00 AM
$20.00
Closed

Typical race-day weather

Based on 2 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Waite Park.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (race-day average) 11.7° / Maximum temperature (race-day average) 25.8°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-day average) 11.7° / Maximum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-day average) 25.8°
Wind (km/h)
Average wind speed (race-day average)
15.3
Precip (mm)
Average precipitation (race-day average)
2.2mm
Humidity
Average relative humidity (race-day average)
74.0%

About Waite Park

Break the Barrier 5K & 1k takes place in Waite Park, Minnesota, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.

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