Run for a Cause This Season
Warm weather means running season, and a way to give back to the community while staying fit. Here’s a quick look at upcoming runs, including fun runs, 5ks and marathons, in Marshfield in 2018. The list will be updated as events are announced. If you would like to add your event, please comment or message Explore Marshfield on Facebook with the relevant information. Events can also be added to the Events listing at this link.
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Be a Hero 5k
When: April 28
Where: Soo Line Train Station at Wildwood Park
What: 5k, free kids fun run
Register: Online registration closed. Same-day registration begins 8 a.m.
Cause: To raise awareness of child abuse and prevention efforts. Read more here.
Facebook Event: Click here
Great Strides 5k
When: May 6
Where: Wildwood Park
What: 5k
Register: Register for free here. Team or individual fundraising.
Cause: Fundraise toward a cure for Cystic Fibrosis. Learn more.
Facebook Event: Click Here
Paws for Brittany
When: May 12
Where: Wildwood Park
What: Fun run/Dog walk. Read more here.
Register: Online registration available at this link.
Cause: Paws for Brittany is a fun run and dog walk in memory of animal lover Brittany Zimmermann to benefit Marshfield Area Pet Shelter.
Facebook Event: Click here
Annual Salute A Soldier
When: May 19
Where: National Guard Armory
What: 1K/5K Fun Run/Walk
Register: Online registration available at this link, paper form available on Facebook page
Cause: Benefitting local veterans organizations and projects around Marshfield.
Facebook Event: Click here
YMCA Cheese Chase (Dairyfest)
When: June 2
Where: Marshfield Fairgrounds
What: 2, 5, or 10 miles
Register: Registration forms can be found at the YMCA or online at http://www.mfldymca.org/special_events/cheese_chase.php. Online registration is available at www.active.com (keyword: cheese chase).
Cause: Proceeds from this event will benefit the Marshfield Area YMCA Financial Assistance Program.
Mike’s Run
When: June 23
Where: Steven J. Miller Center
What: 2-mile fun run/walk or 5-mile run
Register: Visit MarshfieldClinic.org
Cause: Proceeds support mental health awareness and initiatives at Marshfield Clinic Health System. Read more about the impact of this event here.
Hub City Days Duathlon
When: July 27, 28
Where: UW-Marshfield/Wood County
What: 2-mile run, 14-mile bike ride and 2-mile run, Individual or Relay; kid’s duathlon is:
Ages 6-8: ¼-mile run, 1.5-mile bike ride and ¼-mile run
Ages 9-12: ½-mile run, 2-mile bike ride and ½-mile run
Register: Visit MarshfieldClinic.org
Cause: Proceeds support Marshfield Clinic’s Youth Net afterschool program.
Facebook Event: Click here
Run Your Nutz Off
When: August 18
Where: Nutz Deep II
What: 2 mile run/walk & 5 mile run!
Register: Click here
Cause: Children’s Miracle Network
Facebook Event: Click here
ALS Steps for Hope
When: September 8
Where: Wildwood Park
What: 1-mile walk and 5K Fun Run for all ages
Register: Visit MarshfieldClinic.org
Cause: Proceeds benefit ALS Research at Marshfield Clinic to provide a cure for future generations.
Facebook Event: Click Here
