When
Saturday, August 15th, 2026
Where
202 South Ingersoll Street, Madison WI
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
Event Overview
Join us for the Strides for Africa Run/Walk, a family-friendly event open to all ages and held in-person at McPike Park as part of the kickoff to Africa Fest 2026.
Event Details
- Date: August 15, 2026
- Location: 202 South Ingersoll Street, Madison, WI
- Race Options: Participants can choose from a 5K run, a 5K walk, a 1.5-mile fun walk, a kids' fun run, or take part in a unique team relay that reflects the challenges of collecting water in rural Africa.
- URL: Strides for Africa Race Page
Impact
Proceeds support Strides for Africa’s clean water, education, and health projects in rural African communities.
- Clean Water: Helps improve access to water.
- Youth Education: Supports educational initiatives for youth.
- Community Health: Contributes to measurable community health outcomes.
- Global Citizenship: Offers a way to engage in purposeful action as global citizens.
Participant Gifts
This year, instead of t-shirts, each participant will receive a handmade Kenyan paper bead bracelet, supporting environmental sustainability and women artisans who are working to help build community-led education infrastructure for their children.
- Bracelets: Handmade Kenyan paper bead bracelet for each participant.
- Free Drink: Show your race bib to redeem a free drink at the Africa Fest "Beer Tent" following the event.
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