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GRIND Mountain Bike Festival

AUGUST 15th 2026

Welcome to the GRIND Mountain Bike Festival!

Get ready for a thrilling weekend adventure the whole family will love! The GRIND isn’t just a race — it’s an experience packed with excitement, entertainment, and memories waiting to be made.

Saturday, August 15th is race day! From the grueling Long GRIND (35 miles) and Short GRIND (19 miles) to the high-energy Junior GRIND (5 miles) and the crowd-favorite Miners & Mini-Miners Kids Races, there’s a challenge for every rider.

But the fun doesn’t end at the finish line — explore gravity mountain bike trails, browse the Vendor Village, and stick around for more live music and festival fun. Expect tough climbs, fast descents, rocky creek crossings, and plenty of adrenaline on one of Minnesota’s most scenic and challenging courses, nestled in the rugged beauty of the Iron Range.

Register now and join us for an unforgettable weekend of riding, racing, and reveling at the GRIND Mountain Bike Festival! Are you ready to take on the challenge?

Trails to Conquer, Memories to Make!

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2025 Race Results
GRIND event

Long GRIND

35 Miles

Expect extremely tough climbs, fast descents, varied terrain with rocks, roots, creeks and plenty of passing opportunities.

Long GRIND Route
Trail

Short GRIND

19 Miles

This race will test your skills as you wind through cross country trails, snowmobile/ATV trails, and rugged mining roads. Whether you’re a first timer, a weekend warrior, or a pro racer, you can count on having an amazing experience

Short GRIND Route
Bike

Junior GRIND

5 Miles

The Junior GRIND is an exciting mountain bike race specifically designed for 18 & Under. This race is aimed at providing young riders with a pre-season race to the Minnesota Cycling Associate High School Racing Series.

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Bike

Miner's Race

1 or .5 Miles

The Miner’s Race & The Mini-Miners is a FREE race for young riders 0-6 years old!

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LIVE MUSIC SATURDAY

Saturday
11:00AM-1:00PM | Morning Bird

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Event Schedule

SATURDAY AUGUST 15TH 2026

  • 7:00-8:30 am Packet Pickup main chalet 2nd floor next to Burnt Onion
  • 9:00 am Long GRIND START
  • 9:10 am SHORT GRIND START
  • 11:00-1:00 pm “Morning Bird” performing on the Main Stage
  • 12:45 pm Miner race registration- 1st floor of Main Chalet
  • 1:00 pm Junior GRIND Start
  • 1:05 pm Miners Start
  • 1:07 pm Mini Miner’s start
  • 1:45 pm Awards Ceremony – Chalet Patio
  • 2:00 pm “The White Keys” performing on the Main Stage
  • 2:00 – 6:00 pm Downhill bike park open
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Past Grind Photos