Cudahy Classic

Cudahy Classic Overview

The Cudahy Classic is one of the Badgerland Striders' Premiere running events of the summer. The race features a cross-country style start leading runners to the Oak Leaf Trail. The ten-mile event is two laps of a mostly flat and fast course, with the shorter five-mile event as a nice complement for those looking for less distance. Enjoy the charm of Sheridan Park as well as the stunning views of Lake Michigan and downtown Milwaukee.

Partnership and Finish Line Treats

• Collaboration: We are continuing our partnership with the Pompeii Men's Club, another Milwaukee area non-profit group!
• Finish Line Treat: A tasty, freshly cooked sausage will await you at the finish line.
• Extra Sausages: Want more than one? Additional sausages can be purchased at checkout.

Race Details

• Championship Event: New this year, the Cudahy Classic Ten-Mile event is the RRCA state of Wisconsin 10-mile State Championship event.
• Awards: There are awards for the first Female and Male in the Open division, the 40+, 50+, and 60+ divisions.
• Cash Prize: There is also a $50 cash prize for each of these winners.
• Eligibility: All runners who register for the Cudahy Classic Ten-Mile event will be eligible for the RRCA awards.

Anniversary Celebration

Also this year we are celebrating the 30th wedding anniversary of the Pete and Mary Wysocki who were married at this race in 1996. Mary and Pete Wysocki are long time Badgerland Strider members who have volunteered at many Strider events and have been Volunteers of the year in the past. So, if you see Pete and Mary on the course, congratulate them on their anniversary.

Race Day Information

• Date & Time: Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 7:30am. Sheridan Park Picnic Area #1
• Pre Race Registration: Until midnight on Friday, July 24, 2026.
• Pricing: $45 for 5 mile or 10 mile ($5 discount for Badgerland Strider Members). Price increases July 11, 2026.
• Kids Run: $1 for the kid's run.

Race Day Registration

Race Day Registration: $55 for everyone! Registration available at Sheridan Park (race shirt not guaranteed).

All registration is online. To simplify your pickup, please complete registration prior to arriving on site.

Packet Pick-Up

Race Day Packet Pick-Up: 6:30am - 7:25am at the clubhouse near the start/finish line.

Please review the Badgerland Striders Race Policies and Guidelines.

Course Description

The five-mile course runs North and South through Sheridan Park and along the Oak Leaf Trail. The ten-mile race completes two loops of the course.

Race Day Schedule

• 6:30am - 7:25am: Packet Pick Up and Race Day Registration
• 7:30am: 5 mile and 10 mile combined start
• 9:45am: 1 mile Kid's Run
• Note: All times are tentative and subject to change.

Awards and Recognition

Awards: Will be available for pickup as they are posted online.

RRCA Championship awards for first M/F in the Open Division, 40+, 50+, & 60+ Division. Top 3 M/F Overall, Top 3 M/F in each age group (19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+).

Aid Stations

Water and Gatorade at 1.8, 3.8, 5.2, 6.8 and 8.8 miles. Gatorade is the exclusive sports beverage of the event.

Event Link

For more details and registration, visit the official race page: Cudahy Classic.