2 running events in Brown County, Wisconsin
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2 events in Brown County-
Sat, May 09, 2026 at 8:05 AMSee full details
The 2026 Fox River Challenge is scheduled for May 9th starting at 8:00 AM in Wrightstown, WI. The start/finish is located in The Fox River District right along The Fox River and the initial leg of the race, the out-and-back 5k run, will follow the beautiful eastern shore on Hwy ZZ. This leg of the race will also be open to individual run/walk participation in the Fox River Challenge- 5k only. This is the same route as last year.
Duathlon participants will begin at approximately 8:05- right after the announcements and National Anthem. All 5k run/walk participants will start 10 minutes later to give the Duathlon participants a head-start in order to avoid transition clustering.
The 2nd leg of the duathlon will transition through the start/stop arch and go up and over the bridge. The 15-mile bike will follow the western shore of The Fox River on Los Dauphin Road into Little Rapids & De Pere.
Duathlon racers will transition back through the start/finish arch and the final mile will make a loop around the Wrightstown neighborhood back through the same start/finish.
The distances:
5k run/walk (1st leg of duathlon OR single 5k only)
15-mile bike
1 mile run
The duathlon can be completed as an individual or 2-person team.
You will see many community sponsors along the course with mile markers helping you along the route!
Timing will be provided by XM TIMING.
PACKET PICK-UP will be at: The River Coffee & Cream, 104 High Ct. Wrightstown, WI 54180
FRIDAY: 3:30-6PM
SATURDAY: 6:30-7:30AM
There is still future interest in developing The Fox River Challenge from a Duathlon to a Triathlon by adding a kayaking leg. The race would be a kayak, run, bike and showcase the paddling option on The Fox River in Wrightstown. Updates to be determined.
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Sat, Oct 17, 2026 at 10:30 AMSee full details
Join us for the 2026 Paws for a Cause Canicross & Trail Run/Walk for Charity where runners, walkers, and their furry companions can hit the trails for a great cause. With three distance options—2.8 miles, 5.6 miles, and 8.4 miles—this event is perfect for all fitness levels and welcomes both canicross participants and solo runners or walkers. Enjoy the crisp autumn air and scenic beauty of the park’s wooded trails while supporting a great cause. This year's returning charity of choice is Crisis Cafe, with all net proceeds going towards supporting their mission! The event features a costume contest, “Paw-Parazzi” red carpet photography station, vendors, food, and more! Come run, walk, or wag your way through a fun-filled day that makes a difference!
Day-of checkin begins at 9:00am
Costume contest runs from 9:00 - 10:15am (final results announced after race)
Canicross run begins at 10:30am
Trail run / walk (without a dog) begins at 10:35am
To check out all the great things Crisis Cafe is doing in the Green Bay area, check out: https://crisiscafe.org/
Please note that if you choose to bring your dog with you, you are responsible for your dog's behavior and actions throughout the event. By choosing to bring your dog, you affirm that it will be well-mannered, non-reactive to other dogs, and will not pose a risk or disturbance to other participants. You are expected to keep your dog leashed and under control at all times, and to clean up after your dog's waste, providing your own poop bags.