Athens Fair 5K Run/Walk

Athens Fair 5K Run/Walk

Join us for the popular Athens Fair 5K Run/Walk that takes place in downtown Athens as part of the Annual Athens Fair. This year is the 16th running of the popular mid-summer run. The 5K starts at Memorial Park, (in front of the Beer Tent) routes through the scenic Erbach Park trails and finishes on Kreutzer Street at in Downtown Athens, next to the grocery store, Main Street Market. The race is made possible by the following local businesses and organizations.

Race Details

• Date: 2026-08-22
• Location: Memorial Park, Athens, WI
• Link: Race Registration

Sponsorships and Support

• Giveaways: Local businesses generously sponsor the giveaways including T-shirts, finish line snacks and beverages, water stops, and awards.
• Proceeds: Registration proceeds support the many activities of the Athens Fair.
• Management: Members of the Athens Area Trail Association manage the race.
• Donations: Donations can be made on the donation page to support the trails.