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When
Sunday, October 18th, 2026
Where
600 N Park Street, Madison WI
Distance
5K
Typical weather
43–58°F · some rain risk
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2025
58–73°F
rain
2024
45–64°F
dry
2023
48–63°F
dry
2022
30–43°F
dry
2021
45–69°F
dry
2020
38–55°F
dry
2019
39–57°F
dry
2018
32–56°F
dry
2017
51–67°F
dry
2016
56–74°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: Sunday, October 18th, 2026
- Location: 600 N Park Street, Madison, WI
- Purpose: Proceeds support medical clinics and community development projects through MEDLIFE international.
- Benefits: Supports communities with inadequate access to healthcare, education, and safe homes.
Race Details
- Registration: Check in at the Cul-de-Sac, end of North Park Street by Memorial Union Terrace by 9:45 AM.
- Start Time: Race begins at 10:00 AM.
- Path: Follows the Lake Shore path, looping back to Memorial Union at the halfway point.
- Awards: Gift cards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place racers!
Registration Information
- Early Bird Registration: $15 until 11:59 PM on September 29th (includes T-shirt).
- Regular Registration: $20 from September 30th until 10:00 AM on October 18th (no guarantee of T-shirt).
- Day-of Registration: Closes at 10:00 AM on race day. Accepting cash and Zelle ([email protected]).
- Important: Participants should arrive 30+ minutes before 10 AM!
Incentives for Participants
- Referral Program: MEDLIFE members earn 1 fundraising point for referring a friend!
- Registration Process: Complete a Google form after both you and your friend are registered. Fill out this form.
- Website: For more information about Wisconsin MEDLIFE, visit their website.
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