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| Registration | Registration Closed |
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| Registration Closes | Any time before each shift starts or when space runs out. |
| Age Limit | 12 and up |
| Description | Whether you're a dedicated runner or just someone who jogs from the couch to the fridge, the Torchlight 5K in Minneapolis is fun for everyone! And of course we make every effort to make this event just as amazing of an experience for our volunteers! Our race headquarters is just steps from the Minneapolis Aquatennial fireworks display, so plan to see some of the best fireworks in the state when your shift ends! Come alone or bring a friend and register to volunteer at the event that 'Runs Hot and Parties Cool!' |
| Perks | All volunteers receive a complimentary event crew t-shirt. Still have questions? Feel free to reach out to Lois Hippen, the Volunteer Coordinator for this event at: lois@andersonraces.com |
| Parking Details | If you are registered for a shift that reports to the start of the event at the Basilica of St. Mary then you may choose to pay for parking in the nearby ramps or find on street parking. If you are registered for shift that reports to the finish of the race at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park, you may choose to pay for parking in the St. Anthony lot or find on street parking in the area. Car pooling is strongly recommended. |
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Shifts (14)
1 - 14 of 14 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | |
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| Event Coordinator | 10:00am (CT) | 11:30pm (CT) | Some coordinators may not be assigned to the finish area at Father Hennpin Bluffs Park. Contact Mary for your specific duties and report times and dates. Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main St Minneapolis, MN 55414 | This is an invite only position and is reserved for experienced event volunteers who will... | Over |
| Packet Pick-up and Event Day Registration | 3:30pm (CT) | 7:30pm (CT) | Wednesday 3:30pm-7:30pm please check-in at the Volunteer Tent located at the Basilica of St. Mary, 88 N. 17th Street Minneapolis, MN 55403. Basilica of St. Mary Minneapolis, MN 55414 | You will assist participants by retrieving their packet (race day materials) and answering any questions... | Over |
| Medical Assistance | 6:00pm (CT) | 10:00pm (CT) | Packet Pickup, Registration, and the Start of the race is at the Basilica of St. Mary located at 88 N 17th St, Minneapolis, MN 55403 The finish and the post race party is at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park Father Hennepin Bluffs Park and the Basilica of St. Mary Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main St Minneapolis, MN 55414 | Assist with medical needs at the Main Medical Tent. Medical knowledge is required, medical professional... | Over |
| Volunteer Distribution | 6:00pm (CT) | 1:00am (CT) | Parking is very limited, please give yourself plenty of time to find parking. There is some parking along 2nd St. SE. Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 Main St SE Minneapolis, MN 55414 | This position works in the Volunteer Tent helping check in volunteers and get them set... | Over |
| Aid Station #1 (4th Ave N) | 6:30pm (CT) | 9:00pm (CT) | Check in directly at the aid station location. There will be a truck/trailer parked on the side of the road that will contain all aid station supplies. A lead coordinator will be there to meet you. Northloop Playground Minneapolis, MN 55401 | You will assist with the set up, hydration distribution, and clean up of the on... | Over |
| Aid Station #2 (Stone Arch Bridge) | 6:30pm (CT) | 9:00pm (CT) | Please check-in at the Volunteer Tent located in the Father Hennepin Bluffs Park next to the Stone Arch Bridge. Plan ahead for parking. There is limited parking along 2nd ST. SE. Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main ST. Minneapolis, MN 55415 | You will assist with the set up, hydration distribution, and clean up of the on... | Over |
| Course Marshals | 6:30pm (CT) | 8:30pm (CT) | Check in at the volunteer check-in tent located in Father Hennepin Bluffs Park next to the Stone Arch Bridge, Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main St. Minneapolis, MN 55414. Father Hennepin Bluffs Park Minneapolis, MN 55414 | Event crew will assign you a location along the run course. Once you are at... | Over |
| Finish Line | 6:30pm (CT) | 10:00pm (CT) | Wednesday 6:30pm-10pm please check-in at the Volunteer Tent located in the Father Hennepin Bluffs Park next to the Stone Arch Bridge, Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main ST. Minneapolis, MN 55414. Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main St Minneapolis, MN 55414 | You will assist event crew with the set up of the finish area as well... | Over |
| Start Line | 6:30pm (CT) | 8:00pm (CT) | Wednesday 6:30pm-8pm please check-in at the Volunteer Tent located at the Basilica of St. Mary, 88 N. 17th Street Minneapolis, MN 55403. Basilica of St. Mary 88 N 17th St Minneapolis, MN 55403 | You will assist event crew at the start line of the duathlon event by helping... | Over |
| 21+ Wristbanding | 7:30pm (CT) | 10:00pm (CT) | Wednesday 7:30pm-10pm please check-in at the Volunteer Tent located in the Father Hennepin Bluffs Park next to the Stone Arch Bridge, Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main ST. Minneapolis, MN 55414. Father Hennepin Bluffs Park and the Basilica of St. Mary 420 SE Main St Minneapolis, MN 55414 | This event features a post race party that serves alcoholic beverages. You will provide qualifying... | Over |
| Finish Area Greeters/Pointers/Crowd Control | 7:30pm (CT) | 9:30pm (CT) | Wednesday 7:30pm-9:30pm please check-in at the Volunteer Tent located in the Father Hennepin Bluffs Park next to the Stone Arch Bridge, Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main ST. Minneapolis, MN 55414. Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main St Minneapolis, MN 55414 | You will be strategically placed at a location within the race site to help direct... | Over |
| VIP Tent | 7:30pm (CT) | 10:30pm (CT) | Wednesday 7:30pm-10:30pm please check-in at the Volunteer Tent located in the Father Hennepin Bluffs Park next to the Stone Arch Bridge, Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main ST. Minneapolis, MN 55414. Father Hennepin Bluffs Park Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main St Minneapolis, MN 55414 | Assisting the VIP Tent in clean up along with managing the exlusive VIP List to... | Over |
| Green Team | 8:00pm (CT) | 11:00pm (CT) | Wednesday 8pm-11pm please check-in at the Volunteer Tent located in the Father Hennepin Bluffs Park next to the Stone Arch Bridge, Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main ST. Minneapolis, MN 55414. Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main St Minneapolis, MN 55414 | Our event crew prides itself in leaving our event sites cleaner than when we arrived.... | Over |
| Shuttle Greeters | 8:00pm (CT) | 10:30pm (CT) | Wednesday 8:30pm-10:30pm please check-in at the Volunteer Tent located in the Father Hennepin Bluffs Park next to the Stone Arch Bridge, Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main ST. Minneapolis, MN 55414. Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 420 SE Main St Minneapolis, MN 55414 | This event is a point to point race (start and finish area are in separate... | Over |
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