First Call 5K, 10K, & 1/2 Marathon Logo

First Call 5K, 10K, & 1/2 Marathon

Waukesha, WI

Sun, Mar 21, 2027

In 207 days · Sun, Mar 21, 2027

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When

Sunday, March 21st, 2027

Where

810 W College Ave, Waukesha WI

Distances

5K · 10K · Half

Typical weather

On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years

2026

3469°F

dry

2025

2756°F

dry

2024

2138°F

dry

2023

2850°F

dry

2022

3769°F

dry

2021

3660°F

dry

2020

2033°F

dry

2019

3148°F

dry

2018

2540°F

dry

2017

2946°F

dry

Best months to race in Wisconsin

About this race

First Call 5K, 10K & Half Marathon

Winter had its turn. Now it's yours.

Event Details

  • Date: 2027-03-21
  • Location: 810 W College Ave, Waukesha, WI
  • Website: Register Here

About the Race

The snow is melting, the days are getting longer, and your running shoes have been waiting patiently by the door. It's time to answer The First Call and kick off your 2027 race season in style!

Who Should Join

  • New Runners: Tackling your first race of the year?
  • Experienced Runners: Chasing a new PR?
  • Outdoor Enthusiasts: Simply excited to get back outside?

Course Information

This year's race takes place on the lightning-fast Glacial Drumlin and Fox River Trails. It's smooth, scenic, and so fast... it's practically cheating. If you've been waiting for the perfect course to test your winter training, you've found it.

Winter Run Series Finale

As the grand finale of the Chilly Willy Winter Run Series, The First Call is your victory lap for a winter well spent. While everyone else was waiting for spring, you were out there building strength, grit, and determination. Now it's time to see what all those cold-weather miles can do.

Get Ready for a New Season

A new season. Fresh goals. Fast miles.

Answer the First Call and make your first finish line your best one yet.

Course map

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