Lodi Optimist ONE MOTHER OF A RUN
Typically 45–65°F · some rain risk
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2026
36–66°F
dry
2025
39–60°F
dry
2024
49–74°F
dry
2023
49–58°F
rain
2022
44–63°F
dry
2021
35–54°F
dry
2020
33–45°F
dry
2019
40–54°F
rain
2018
55–76°F
dry
2017
33–59°F
dry
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About this race
Get Ready for the 17th Annual ONE MOTHER of a RUN!
Date: Saturday, May 8, 2027
Location: Lodi High School Sports Complex, 1100 Sauk Street, Lodi, WI
Event Line-Up:
8:00am: 11-Mile Run - The toughest in WI - earn serious bragging rights and compete for cash prizes!
8:30am: 5K Run/Walk - Whether you're sprinting or strolling, this race is for you!
9:30am: One Mile Kids’ Fun Run
This event has something for everyone—and our Lodi community always shows up big to cheer you on!
The rural beauty of our scenic course pairs perfectly with a casual 5K walk with friends and family. Or bring the heat in our fast, competitive 5K sprint.
And for those ready to prove they’re a true ONE MOTHER of a RUNner, the legendary 11-mile challenge awaits—grueling, rewarding, and unforgettable.
We hope you’ll join us on May 8, 2027, as we turn Lodi into a little slice of the islands for one amazing morning.
The choice is yours.
- We’re ready to welcome you.
- We’re ready to encourage you.
- We’re ready. Are you?
Supporting Lodi Youth
ONE MOTHER OF A RUN is the #1 fundraiser for the Lodi Optimist Club! All proceeds stay right here in Lodi, helping keep costs low for youth programs, activities, and community projects.
The event is organized by Activate Lodi—a community group dedicated to providing wellness, activity, and education opportunities for all ages and ability levels.
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