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When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
806 US-51, Minocqua WI
Distance
5K
Typical weather
48–62°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
59–80°F
dry
2024
48–59°F
dry
2023
62–78°F
dry
2022
48–67°F
dry
2021
55–62°F
dry
2020
36–45°F
dry
2019
44–51°F
rain
2018
49–70°F
rain
2017
56–74°F
rain
2016
48–64°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 3
Cloudy · 47–59°F
Saturday, Oct 3starts near 47°F · 19% chance of rain · wind up to 14 mph
About this race
Event Overview
- Organizer: The Minocqua Professional Police Association (MPPA)
- Purpose: All proceeds fund various community causes, including the Shop-with-a-Cop program.
- Theme: Cops and robbers, so wear your best costume!
- Date: October 3rd, 2026
Race Details
- Start Time: 3:00pm
- Registration: Available day-of starting at 2:00pm
- Cost: $30 (Ages 12 and under register for free)
- Awards: Medals for top 3 male and female finishers
Race Course
- Location: Starting at the Bearskin Trestle
- Type: Out and back course on the Bearskin Trail
- Distance: 5K run or walk
- Community Focus: Building relationships between local police and the community
Race Fees
- Kids race: 12 & under: FREE
- 13 & Older: $30
Race Times
- Start: Timed 5K Run/Walk begins at 3:00pm
Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-Up
- Opening Time: Registration opens at 2:00pm
- Location: Torpy Park
Awards
- Medals: 1st, 2nd & 3rd place overall Male and Female
- Note: No age group awards this year.
More Information
- Website: Register here
- Location: 806 US-51, Minocqua, WI
Course map
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