Wisconsin · 5K

5K Races in Wisconsin

Every upcoming 5K in Wisconsin, all 226 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.

226 upcoming 5K races · 84 with finish-time stats

10K 73Half Marathon 49Marathon 14Ultra 4
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By the numbers

The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Wisconsin races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field2,225 finishersBirdie Derby 5k/10k Run/Walkin the 5KLongest-running33rd yearKEYS 33rd Annual 5K Run/Walkannual tradition

5K Races by City

Milwaukee 28Oconomowoc 11Madison 10Green Bay 7Janesville 5Waukesha 5Wausau 4La Crosse 4New Richmond 3Menasha 3Cedarburg 3Minocqua 3Eau Claire 3Sturgeon Bay 3Nashotah 3Stoughton 3Hales Corners 2Onalaska 2Sheboygan 2Manitowoc 2Burlington 2Clintonville 2Baraboo 2South Milwaukee 2

Soonest 5K Races in Wisconsin

226 total
Thu, Sep 10, 2026Schlitz Park Run by the River 5K Milwaukee, WI5K2 MilesFrom $3Details Thu, Sep 10, 2026Tiger Invite PRELIM results Chilton, WI5KFreeRegister Fri, Sep 11, 2026St. Robert School Pretzel Run Milwaukee, WI5K1.5 MilesFrom $40Details Fri, Sep 11, 2026St. Mary Hales Corners Royal Run 2026 Hales Corners, WI5KFrom $45Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026DoLittle Marathon Oconomowoc, WIMarathon24 MilesHalf Marathon10KFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Bear Creek Kraut Run Bear Creek, WI5K10KFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Mini Donut Half Marathon and 5K Honor Walk/Run Onalaska, WIHalf Marathon5KFrom $65Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Apple Dumpling Day Races Elroy, WIMarathonHalf Marathon5KFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 12, 20262026 Trek the Creek Scott Bohman Memorial 5K Francis Creek, WI5KFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 12, 202630th Joe's Run, Walk and Roll Milwaukee, WI5KFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Sheboygan, WI Sheboygan, WI5KFrom $15Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run Manitowoc, WI5KFrom $40Details

How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Sep 10, 2026.

Common Questions About Running a 5K in Wisconsin

Which Wisconsin cities have the most 5K races?

Milwaukee (28), Oconomowoc (11), Madison (10), Green Bay (7) lead the state for 5K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.

When are most 5K races held in Wisconsin?

October is the busiest month for 5K races in Wisconsin, with 67 of the 226, followed by September with 62. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

How much do Wisconsin 5K races cost?

Entry fees for 5K races here run from free to about $500, depending on the event and how early you register.

How early should I register for a 5K in Wisconsin?

97 of the 226 5K races in Wisconsin already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.

Are Wisconsin 5K races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 82 5K races in Wisconsin with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:30, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.

Are there trail 5K races in Wisconsin?

Yes, 21 races around Wisconsin get you off the pavement: 9 are trail races, and 12 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.