610 North 8th Street, Manitowoc WI
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Event Overview
- Date: 2026-09-12
- Location: 610 North 8th Street, Manitowoc, WI
- Website: Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run
- Theme: Celebrate public art murals and the Sputnik IV event!
Race Details
- Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)
- Route: Out-and-back starting and ending at the crash site of Sputnik IV, near Rahr-West Art Museum
- Experience: Family-friendly, all-ages, non-timed event
- Medals: Custom-made Sputnikfest finishers medal for all participants
Participant Perks
- Race T-Shirt: Exclusive event t-shirt provided
- Race Bib: Each participant will receive a race bib
- Drink Ticket: Free drink ticket to use after the event
- Costume: Dress in "galaxy garb" to support the Sputnikfest vibe
Historical Context
- Sputnik IV Incident: A 20 lbs. piece of Russian Sputnik IV landed in the street on September 5, 1962
- Location: Corner of N. 8th and Park, in front of the Rahr West Museum
- Community Event: Sputnikfest was established to celebrate this historic event
- Art: Featuring public art murals, including the Mural-Makili by Deborah Butterfield
Sponsorship
- Sponsor: The Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run is sponsored by Fricke Printing Services Inc
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