Riverside Park Janesville, WI, Janesville WI
Saturday, August 15th, 2026
🏃♂️ Participant Check-In
- Time: 6:45 AM
- Location: Riverside Park, Janesville, WI, North Pavilion
- Registration: Open from 6:45 to 7:15 AM
- Start Time: Runners at 7:30 AM, walkers afterward
🌟 Event Details
- Date: August 15, 2026
- Event: Sixth annual Race for a Place to Call Home
- Benefit: Supports Project 16:49
- Weather: Held rain or shine
🏅 Race Features
- Timing: Professional chipped timing for all runners
- Course: Flat and fast 5K course for a chance at a new PR
- Awards: Trophies for top finishers in men's and women's 5K and 10K
- More Prizes: Age group winners will receive additional awards
🗺️ Course Maps
- 10K Map: Available below under "Map My Run/View Course Map"
- 5K Map: View here: 5K Course Map
🎽 Registration Perks
- Included: Running bibs, t-shirts, finisher medallions & lanyards
- Swag: Fun swag bag for all registrants
- Guarantee: Register by August 1st for race t-shirt size
- Link: Register at Race for a Place to Call Home
🤝 About Project 16:49
- Mission: Serving Rock County’s unaccompanied homeless youth
- Support: Provides basic needs assistance and case management
- Housing: Operates two transitional living homes
- Goal: Helps youth heal, learn life skills, and prepare for independent living
- Learn more: Visit Project 16:49
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