Minneapolis Dash & Splash
Saturday, March 1
Race begins at 8:05 AM (subject to change)
Plunge follows immediately afterwards
Lake Nokomis Park
Lake Nokomis Park, 4955 W Lake Nokomis Park Minneapolis, MN 55417
Pre-registration/check in
Fri Feb 28 | 4-7 PMLake Nokomis Park
4955 W Lake Nokomis Park
Minneapolis, MN 55417
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Day-of registration/check in
Begins at 7 AM at the Plunge siteMINNEAPOLIS DASH & SPLASH
The Dash & Splash is an officially timed 5K race around Lake Nokomis followed by a dip in chilly Lake Nokomis! All participants receive a medal and a race t-shirt as well as Plunge incentive items. For this event, you must raise at least $115 total.
ALL DOGS WELCOME!
The Frozen 5K is a dog-friendly event! Participants are welcome to run or walk with their furry friends.
PARKING + SHUTTLES
Note: Lake Nokomis Parkway will be closed entirely around the lake from 7:45-9 AM on Saturday, March 1, for the Frozen 5K. Please plan accordingly.
Parking near the Plunge site is extremely limited, so we highly recommend taking advantage of our Minneapolis Plunge shuttle!
– Shuttle stops are located around Lake Nokomis and at the Mall of America.
– Shuttles are FREE and run approximately every 15 minutes.
Shuttle hours
Friday, February 28: 2:30-8 PM
Saturday, March 1: 9 AM-4 PM
Frozen 5K shuttles
There will be 1 shuttle departing the Mall of America at 7 AM on Saturday, March 1, for Frozen 5K participants. There will also be buses looping around Lake Nokomis from 7-7:45 AM on Saturday, March 1, for Frozen 5K participants who park around the lake.
Ride share zone
There is a designated ride share zone for those who wish to utilize Lyft, Uber or other ride sharing apps. It will be located in the “boat launch area” just south of Lake Nokomis Park. The space cannot accommodate waiting cars, so please set accurate pick-up times and be ready to go when your ride arrives.
Special Thanks
Anoka County Sheriff’s Office
Anoka Police Department
Brooklyn Center Police Department
Chippewa Spring Water
Crystal Police Department CSO
Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office & Water Patrol
JP Premier Excavating
Lano Equipment
Maple Grove Police Reserves
Metro Transit Police Department
Minneapolis Emergency Communications Center
Minneapolis Park Police Department
Minneapolis Police Department CSO
Minneapolis Police Reserves
Minnesota State Patrol
Niccum Docks
Police Officers Federation of Minneapolis
Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office Police Reserves
Republic Services
Robbinsdale Police Reserves
University of Minnesota Police Department
Unlimited Outdoor Services Inc.
Warning Lites of Minnesota