Get out your running shoes – there’s plenty of opportunity to both get in shape and support local causes at the same time!
We’ve put together a list of local 5K runs in Marshfield and surrounding cities. If you would like to add an event, please let Explore Marshfield know by messaging our Facebook page, or email us at [email protected]. The list will be updated as events are announced.
5K9 Walk, Run, Plant & Vendor Sale
Where: Grand Rapids Lions Club, Wisconsin Rapids
When: Saturday, May 11th
What: 5K Run, Plant Sale, dogs welcome
Register: swchs.com
Cause: Raise money for South Wood County Humane Society
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2278292892451964/
Paws for Brittany Fun Run/Dog Walk
Where: Wildwood Zoo
When: Saturday, May 11th
What: Run & Walk with dog’s welcome
Register: http://pawsforbrittany.com/online-registration/
Cause: Raise money for the Marshfield Area Pet Shelter
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/575015236307108/
Salute a Soldier 5k
Where: National Guard Armory
When: Saturday, May 18th
What: 5k/1K run/walk
Register: https://www.active.com/marshfield-wi/running/distance-running-races/salute-a-soldier-2019
Cause: Raise money for a Marshfield Police Department drone
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Salute-a-Soldier-5k-469634273119737/
More Info: http://exploremarshfield.com/salute-a-soldier-returns-may-18/
Run for Their Lives 5K
Where: Immanuel Baptist Church, Wausau
When: Saturday, June 1st
What: 5K and activities for kids, dogs welcome
Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/Wausau/HSMCRunforTheirLives5k?fbclid=IwAR1Ewrv4Yin20x7kCcyeNXYKriUjscS2kdHulfXE5KSa9huZaTlQs6rrDqo
Cause: Support the Humane Society of Marathon County
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/406519640086251/
Marshfield YMCA Cheese Chase
When: Saturday, June 1st
Where: Marshfield Fairgrounds
What: 10-mile, 5-mile or 2-mile option
Register: http://www.mfldymca.org/special_events/cheese_chase.php?fbclid=IwAR2Fcz3Hvx7HBOTlGCMnEjU2N0_bfbJozoQ1EaswhW-i-1On1zr84aCXheQ
Cause: Fundraiser designed to encourage family participation and promote health and wellness. Proceeds will benefit Marshfield Area YMCA Financial Assistance Program
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/370696980437822/
Mike’s Run for Mental Health
When: Saturday, June 22nd
Where: Steve J Miller Rec Area
What: 2-mile or 5-mile fun run/walk
Register: https://marshfieldclinic.org/giving/running-cycling-events/mikes-ride-run
Cause: Support mental health
Website: https://marshfieldclinic.org/giving/running-cycling-events/mikes-ride-run
Hub City Days Duathlon
When: Saturday, July 27th
Where: UW Stevens Point at Marshfield
What: 2-mile run, 14-mile bike and 2-mile run (Can be performed individually or with team) Kids duathlon for ages 6-12, 6-8: 1/4-mile run, 1.5-mile bike ride, ¼-mile run, 9-12: ½-mile run, 2-mile bike ride, ½-mile run
Register:
Cause: Proceeds support Marshfield Clinic’s Youth Net afterschool program
Website: https://marshfieldclinic.org/giving/running-cycling-events/hub-city-duathlon-ride-run
ALS Steps for Hope
When: Saturday, September 7th
Where: Wildwood Park
What: 1-mile walk
Register:
Cause: Raise awareness for ALS
Website: https://marshfieldclinic.org/giving/running-cycling-events/als-steps-for-hope-registration
