
Minds in Motion
Madison, WI
Mon, Oct 5, 2026
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Monday, October 5th, 2026
1 Your School Street, Madison WI
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51–67°F · some rain risk
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2025
63–79°F
dry
2024
51–77°F
dry
2023
55–70°F
dry
2022
48–66°F
dry
2021
58–69°F
dry
2020
40–59°F
dry
2019
48–57°F
rain
2018
46–62°F
rain
2017
49–66°F
dry
2016
61–73°F
rain
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About this race
Event Overview
Minds in Motion is a six week/twelve lesson run training program for kids K-8. This program is designed to prepare kids both physically and mentally for a 5K fun run with hopes that they will carry these skills forward and continue to challenge themselves physically and mentally in the future.
Pillars of the Program
Minds in Motion focuses on 3 Pillars: Community, Fitness & Perseverance.
- Community: Encouraging teamwork and support.
- Fitness: Building physical strength and endurance.
- Perseverance: Instilling a love for challenges and resilience.
Kids who complete our program should be able to not only define these words but should have improved their connection to all three. The carefully designed curriculum incorporates activities that will build the kids’ fitness levels, encourage them to persevere in a community environment while helping their community raise money.
Program Dates
DATES: week of 10/5-week of 11/9 (6 weeks/twice a week)
Fun Run
FUN RUN: Tuesday 11/17, location TBD
Registration Includes
- 6 week training program: Comprehensive training sessions.
- Training Journal: Track progress and goals.
- Fun run: Celebrate achievements in a community event.
- Swag: Enjoy goodies as part of your registration.
- Discount code for Birdie Derby: Special offer for participants.
Event Details
Location: 1 Your School Street, Madison, WI
For more information, visit the official event page: Minds in Motion Race.
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