Wisconsin · 5K

5K Races in Wisconsin

Every upcoming 5K in Wisconsin, all 234 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.

234 upcoming 5K races · 96 with finish-time stats

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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-running37th year37th Annual Library Run Walkannual tradition

5K Races by City

Milwaukee 22Oconomowoc 12Madison 11Janesville 8Green Bay 8Waukesha 6Muskego 5La Crosse 4Glendale 3Wausau 3New Richmond 3Menasha 3Cedarburg 3Eau Claire 3Sturgeon Bay 3Hartford 2Shorewood 2Delafield 2Grafton 2Thiensville 2New Glarus 2Menomonee Falls 2Franklin 2Green Lake 2

Soonest 5K Races in Wisconsin

234 total
Wed, Jul 29, 2026Sundown Dash Janesville, WI5KFrom $35Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026National Watermelon Day Run Hartford, WIHalf Marathon10K5K0.6 MilesFrom $43Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Gravity Hill 5K Run/Walk & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Shullsburg, WI5K1 MileFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Sturgeon Shuffle 10K 5K New London, WI10K5KFrom $40Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026UW-Green Bay Phoenix 5k Green Bay, WI5KFrom $35Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Skelly's Donut Dash Janesville, WI5K1 MileFreeDetails Sat, Aug 1, 2026Scandinavia Cob Run/Walk- Fun 5K (Jorgens Park) Scandinavia, WI5KFrom $28Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Laona Community Souper Run Laona, WI5K0.5 Miles0.25 MilesFreeDetails Sat, Aug 1, 2026Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Milwaukee, WI Muskego, WI5KFrom $15Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Roll & Stroll for Independence Plover, WI5KFrom $20Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Clinton Fitness 5K Run & Walk Clinton, WI5KFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026WARRIOR RUSH 5K - 10K - Half 13.1 - Full Marathon 26.2 Shorewood, WI5K10KHalf MarathonMarathonFrom $49Details

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 Jul 27, 2026.

Common Questions About Running a 5K in Wisconsin

Which Wisconsin cities have the most 5K races?

Milwaukee (22), Oconomowoc (12), Madison (11), Janesville (8) 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?

September is the busiest month for 5K races in Wisconsin, with 66 of the 234, followed by August with 54. 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 $190, depending on the event and how early you register.

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

119 of the 234 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 94 5K races in Wisconsin with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:02, 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, 27 races around Wisconsin get you off the pavement: 11 are trail races, and 16 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.