5 walking events in Eau Claire, Wisconsin

The Jeanne Richie Memorial Puddle Jump is a 5k fun run/walk in Eau Claire, WI. Proceeds from the Puddle Jump support Longfellow Elementary School and has a direct impact on our students as it supports wellness programming, academic support, and enrichment programming. The Puddle Jump operates on a minimal budget to ensure our students see the maximum benefit from the event.

2026 Event

Saturday, April 18, 2026

Registration

Online registration closes on Wednesday, April 15th, 2025. There will be same-day registration available from 7:30am-8:30am.

Price

price until March 20th:

• $15 - price for ages 12 and under (discount will automatically be applied at check-out)

• $25 - price for ages 13 and up

price from March 20th to race day:

• $18 - price for ages 12 and under (discount will automatically be applied at check-out)

• $28 - price for ages 13 and up

price on race day:

• $20 - price for ages 12 and under

• $30 - price for ages 13 and up

T-shirt Deadline

All participants who register by March 20th will receive a short-sleeved t-shirt.

Event Details

This race will not be chip timed. Strollers are welcome but we ask that you refrain from bringing rollerblades, bicycles or animals. The race will happen rain or shine and because this is a fundraiser, no refunds will be given.

Packet Pickup

• Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 4:00-6:00pm at Longfellow Elementary School, 500 Balcom Street (enter through door 2)

• Saturday, April 18, 2025 (race day) from 7:30-8:30am at Phoenix Park

Yellow Brick Academy invites you to join us in our first annual 5K Color Fun walk/run Fundraiser. We walk/run this year in support of Autism awareness and those that live each day embracing their neurodiversity with passion, unique abilities, and acceptance of those around them.

10% of individual runner sponsor proceeds go to a charity of runners choice.

15% of total proceeds donated to Society for the Advancement of Behavior Analysis

75% of remaining proceeds toward Yellow Brick Academy and our community mission.

PRINT or request emailed Runner Sponsor Form after completing registration

Runner Kits provided through 03/24/2025 kits include an event t-shirt, disposable water bottle, and 2 color packets.

Children ages 6 and under are FREE. Shirts can be purchased with your registration for an additional fee.

If your family or business are interested in team registration, please reach out for custom quotes and additional registration details.

Strides for Hope is a run/walk fundraiser supporting Hope Gospel Mission. This family-friendly event features both 5K and 2-mile distances. Every dollar raised will benefit the Mission's free programs for homeless and addiction recovery, providing essential support to men, women, and women with children. After a long winter, join us to run or walk and help make a difference in the lives of those in need!

Note: Event registration will be 50% off for participants age 18 and under.