HALF FAST HALF
Winter Half Marathon in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Start this Valentine's day with a brisk run...
Kick off Valentine’s weekend with a brisk winter run at Half Fast Half. Stay warm inside the Vadnais Heights Elementary gym for packet pickup, then choose your distance—5K, 10.5K, or a certified half marathon—on gently rolling, snowy roads. Aid stations keep you moving, and a pancake-and-sausage breakfast awaits after the finish. A classic Minnesota winter half marathon experience for every pace.
True for All MMR Events
All ages and abilities are welcome.
Time trial and self seeded start for all triathlons.
Wear your timing chip on your LEFT ankle for triathlons.
Cash/check only on race day registrations.
Upon registration, you agree to the MMR Race Policies.
Women's shirts are fitted and run small; men's are generously sized. Registrations 2 weeks or less from event will receive shirt in the mail 3-4 weeks after race and are not guaranteed requested shirt size; if the requested size is unavailable, the next available size most closely matching the requested size will be substituted.
Price increase reflects the cost of shipping shirt post-race
Results provided by www.frontrunnerusa.com.
Professional photographer will be on site for all races at no additional cost to the participants. Our photographer will make every effort to capture shots of each athlete, but we cannot guarantee that every athlete will be photographed.
10% military discount | Fill out paper registration and include check less 10%
Location
3645 Centerville Rd, Vadnais Heights, MN 55113
Packet Pick-up
Race Morning
Saturday, February 14
7:30am at Vadnais Heights Elementary School before the race in the school gym
Your race packet will include all the materials you need for your race: race bib, timing chip, and some fun items like your event shirt (if you select shirt option), your custom molded finisher medal and special offers. Those registered will receive an email on the Monday evening prior to the race with all the details, any course updates, and an age group breakdown by race category.
Race Schedule
7:30am | Registration/packet pick-up opens-school gym
8:45am | Registration closes
8:55am | Race announcements
9:00am | half marathon starts
9:00am | 10.5k starts
9:10am | 5k starts
10:00am | Pancake Breakfast Starts
10:00am | 5k Awards- school gym
10:30am | 10.5k Awards-school gym
11:30am | Half Marathon Awards - school gym
12:30pm | Half Marathon Course Closes
12:30pm | Pancake Feed Ends
Awards
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Top overall male and female athletes
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Top 3 male and female athletes in each age group (19 and Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+)*
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place age group winners will receive an age group award ribbon to attach to their finisher medal. Overall male and female winners are not eligible for age group awards (no double dipping).
*MMR may increase the age group range if participant numbers warrant because of low turnout.
**Must be present to win. If you want your award and can't stay, shipping cost is your responsibility.**
This race is generously sponsored by:
Start Valentine’s weekend with the Half Fast Half, one of Minnesota’s favorite winter races
This three-distance event in Vadnais Heights offers something for every runner—5K, 10.5K, and a certified half marathon. Stay warm inside the Vadnais Heights Elementary gym before your start, then enjoy gently rolling snowy hills and the scenic winter landscape. Aid stations are available every 1.5 miles, and participants are treated to a pancake and sausage breakfast after the race.
Whether you’re training for spring events or just looking to celebrate the season, this Minnesota half marathon combines community spirit, fitness, and Valentine’s Day fun.
