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The Hilltop Gustie Trot

November 21, 2026
The race course will start and end on campus at Gustavus, on the turf of Hollingsworth Field
Saint Peter, MN 56082 US

*Early Race Packet Pick-up

Head over to the Lund Center front door (dropped pin), by the basketball court viewing entrance, at Gustavus on Friday, November 20, between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM to pick up your essentials ahead of time. Please park in the Jackson Campus Center visitor lot.

Collect your race bib, safety pins, and other goodies before race day. You can also donate early to guarantee yourself a Hilltop Gustie Trot t-shirt!

Our Public Events - 9AM Start!

FREE ENTRY!

5km Course

Price: $0
Time: 9:00AM CST
Registration ends November 21, 2026 at 9:00am CST
FREE ENTRY!

1 mile Course

Price: $0
Time: 9:15AM CST
Registration ends November 21, 2026 at 9:00am CST

*9AM - UPDATED START TIME

Event Description

Join Gustavus Adolphus College and the St. Peter community for The Hilltop Gustie Trot, presented by the SPM-244 Class and the Sport Management Student Org. on November 21st, starting at 9:00 a.m.! Our mission is to host an event that fosters relationships by creating an environment for the St. Peter community where local sponsors, community members, and the Gustavus population engage with each other during a low-stakes, festive 5k. 

The Hilltop Gustie Trot will feature two events: a 1-mile race/walk and a 5 km race/walk for participants looking for a longer challenge. The 1-mile course gives younger participants an opportunity to get involved and experience the excitement of race day.

Both races will start and finish at Hollingsworth Field on the Gustavus campus, creating a central location where participants and spectators can gather, cheer on runners, and enjoy the event. Both events are open to the public, of all ages and abilities.

Whether you are running the 5K, bringing your kids out for the 1-mile, supporting friends and family, or simply enjoying the atmosphere, the Hilltop Gustie Trot is an opportunity to get active and strengthen the connection between Gustavus and the St. Peter community!

 

*Head to the Lund Center front door (dropped pin), by the basketball court viewing entrance, at Gustavus on Friday, November 20, between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM to pick up your essentials early. Please park in the Jackson Campus Center visitor lot. Collect your race bib, safety pins, and other goodies before race day. You can also donate early to guarantee yourself a Hilltop Gustie Trot t-shirt!

Event Day Schedule!

Check-in/Same Day Registration ---- 8:00-8:45 AM

5K Lineup ---------------------------------- 8:55 AM

5K Start ------------------------------------- 9:00 AM

1 Mile Lineup ------------------------------ 9:10 AM

1 Mile Start --------------------------------- 9:15 AM

Post-race Awards & Sponsor Booths -------------10:30 AM (Approximate Time - Conclusion of Races)  

 

Event Location

The race course will start and end on campus at Gustavus, on the turf of Hollingsworth Field
800 West College Avenue
Saint Peter, MN 56082 US View Location on Map

Contact Form

Donate

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All race participants who donate to the Gustavus Sports Management Student Organization will receive a Hilltop Gustie Trot t-shirt on race day! (while supplies last)

Venmo https://venmo.com/u/Mikinzee-Salo or scan the QR code below to donate to the Gustavus Sport Management Organization!

 

 

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5 km Course

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1 mile Course

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Parking Options

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Zone A (Yellow Zone) – Beck Academic Lot: Best for general event parking and main attendee arrival. Directly southwest of the field.

Zone B (Red Zone) – Lund Center Lot: Convenient parking closest to the sports complex. Ideal for volunteers, participants, and staff.

Zone C (Blue Zone) – Grass Overflow Lot: Additional open space near College View. Use this if Zone A and Zone B become full.

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