Nutcracker Half
About this race
Half Marathon - City Park, Ashby Trail, Luverne Loop
Half Marathon Relay - City Park, Ashby Trail, Luverne Loop
Kids Half Mile - Luverne City Park
Join fellow runners on July 11, 2026 for the Nutcracker Half. It's a fantastic Half-Marathon, 0.8K, 0.5K featuring a flat and fast course in Luverne.
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Running
Nutcracker Half Marathon
The Nutcracker Half Marathon will be begin and end at the Luverne City Park. We will be using the Ashby Trail as well as the Luverne Loop.
Nutcracker Half Marathon Relay
The Nutcracker Half Marathon Relay will be begin and end at the Luverne City Park. We will be using the Ashby Trail as well as the Luverne Loop. Relay Teams may consist of 2-4 runners. There will be designated relay exchange areas. Approximate distance per leg 4 miles 3.2 miles 3 miles 2.9 mile (can be divided 1.2 miles and 1.7 miles)
Nutcracker Half Mile - Kids (Ages 9-14)
The Nutcracker Half Mile Kids race will start and end at the Luverne City Park. This event is for Kids ages 9-12.
Nutcracker Half Mile Kids (Ages 2-8)
The Nutcracker Kids Race will begin and end at the Luverne City Park. This is for kids 2-8. Race Distance will be 0.33 Miles (Short Half)
Just for Nuts Fun Run (all ages)
Just for Nuts Half Mile Costumes Required!! This can be run as an individual or as an unlimited member relay. Awards for Overall Male, Overall Female, Overall Relay, and Best Costumes.
Walking
Nutcracker Half Marathon Walk
Walkers may start anytime between 5:00 am and 6:15 am. Please adjust your start time according to your estimated pace/finish time. Course will close at 10:00 am.
Weather Overview
These values represent the 1-year monthly averages for July in Luverne.
About Luverne
Nutcracker Half takes place in Luverne, Minnesota, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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