5 running, cycling, walking, and other events in Kenosha, Wisconsin
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Kenosha
5 events in Kenosha-
Sat, Mar 14, 2026 at 9:30 AMSee full details
Join us for the 2nd Annual Kenosha St. Paddy's Guinness Run! You have the choice to run or walk through downtown Kenosha while challenging yourself at each station to finish a Guinness (or Guinness 0.0). Come see how long will it take you to consume 3 Guinness and cover ~2km; then stay for the parade!!
While this is not a timed event, there will be a clock at the finish for you competitive people!
Check-in will be from 8:00-9:15am and the run will start at 9:30am, just prior to the St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Location
Captain Mike's
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Sun, Jun 28, 2026 at 8:30 AMSee full details
Race Start Times: 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Race will begin at 8:30am
Race Location: Kenosha Library Park 711 59th Place, Kenosha, WI 53140
Parking: Public parking lots and on-street parking. Please follow all posted signs and do not park in unauthorized lots, because you will be towed.
Race Course: This closed race course is USATF certified and runs along Kenosha’s scenic lake front harbor and historic district with 3 water stations for runner safety. Race guidelines on back. For a detailed course* map please visit: www.kenoshaymca.org/specialevents/firecracker
Race Timing: ONLY THE 5K IS CHIP TIMED. The chip is located on the bib. To ensure the most accurate time the bibs must be worn front and center on your t-shirt.
Race SWAG: T-shirts & participant medals to the first 600 entrants, sorry size cannot be guaranteed. Size preferences will be given in order of registration date, so register early!
Prices are for both races, regardless of age.
Pre-registration (Online ONLY)
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$23 March 1st-31st (Early Bird)
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$28 April 1st-April 30th
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$33 May 1st - May 31st
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$38 June 1st - June 25th
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No registration on June 27th
"Last Chance" Registration is $48 (in person at the Kenosha YMCA only) on Saturday June 27th 9am-2pm. No Race Day Registration
Race entry fees are non-refundable.
Packet Pick-up Options:
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Saturday, June 27th from 9:00am - 2:00pm at the Kenosha YMCA (7101 53rd St., Kenosha, WI, 53144) OR
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Sunday, June 28th (Race Day), 7:00-8:00am in Library Park. (711 59th Pl., Kenosha, WI 53140)
Awards: Awards Ceremony: Held immediately after the race. Awards for 5K ONLY. Trophies awarded to the male & female winner. Award Medals to top 3 male/female in both races for 14 & under, 5 year age groups, and 80+. Overall winners not eligible for age group awards. Finisher medals will be available at the Finish Line after the Race. Awards will not be mailed out; they will be available for pick-up at the Kenosha Y Member Service Desk until Sunday, July 14th.
Results: No more waiting for results; runners will be able to see live posted results online! Results URL will be provided the day of the race. Individual results will also be posted online at www.kenoshaymca.org (after race completion). Overall results are printed in the Kenosha News
This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing.
Other Accommodations: Contact Kenosha Convention & Visitors Bureau, 800.654.7309 or www.visitkenosha.com.
Additional Information: Visit www.kenoshaymca.org or call 262.654.9622 ext. 235.
GENERAL RACE GUIDELINES:
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All race decisions of the Firecracker officials prevail on event day.
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All Runners age 10 and under must be accompanied by a registered "Running Buddy."
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Runners must wear their bib numbers on front of their bodies.
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For your safety, headsets and ear buds are highly discouraged.
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No bicycles, roller-skates/blades or skateboards. Baby strollers allowed in 5K and 1 Mile and must stay behind runners; please no dogs.
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No unauthorized assistance or unsportsmanlike conduct. No foul, harsh, argumentative language or actions directed at officials, volunteers, spectators or fellow athletes.
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Each participant should be checked by a physician prior to competing, as stated in waiver form.
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NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES allowed in the park.
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Participants are responsible for following the course and all directional signage & arrows provided to them, any deviation from the course disqualifies you from award categories.
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RACE DAY WEATHER POLICY: While we realize that each participant has made a tremendous commitment, the primary goal of the Kenosha YMCA is to ensure a safe event. Therefore, YMCA staff will make decisions regarding race cancellation/modifications based on the safety of all that are involved, including the runners, volunteers, spectators and the community. Specifically, the Y reserves the right to cancel or to modify the race if deemed necessary to protect runners, volunteers, spectators and the community. These conditions will be recognized as unforeseeable acts. Since the staging of the race results in substantial up-front expenses regardless of whether or not the race is completed, cancellation or modification of the race will not result in the refunding of race entry fees or future race credits. However, should the race be canceled you will receive a donation acknowledgment from the Kenosha YMCA allowing you to claim your entry fee as a donation, to the full extent that the law
allows. SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS INCLUDE: Thunderstorms, Lightning, Extreme Heat & Humidity, High Winds, Heavy Rain, and/or poor air quality. BEFORE THE EVENT: If severe weather conditions or the potential for severe weather conditions exist prior to the event, please listen to local media outlets. In addition, information will be posted on the Kenosha YMCA website (kenoshaymca.org) and Facebook page.
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Sun, Jul 12, 2026 at 6:00 AMSee full details
Event Overview
CYCLE THROUGH THREE STATES IN ONE DAY!
Bicycle Illinois presents the Tri-State Tour, which travels through three states in one day! You'll start the ride right over the Illinois/Indiana border in Whiting, Indiana and finish in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
The single day event covers approximately 85 miles and a century option is available.
The two identical Tri-State Tour events will be held on separate weekend days. Tri-State Tour #1 will be held on a Sunday to give people who normally work on Saturdays a better chance to participate and the Tri-State Tour #2 will occur on the Saturday immediately following Bicycle Illinois.
The Tri-State Tour is the perfect introduction to the fun & excitement of longer distance cycling close to home!
Included Services & Merchandise
All the amenities you need are included:
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The Route
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SAG Vehicle Support
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Cue Sheets, Maps, & Signage
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Rest Stops
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Snacks, Ice Water & Sports Drinks
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Transporting a Small Personal Bag
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T-Shirt
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Professional Staff
Included Services & Merchandise
Some very nice extras are also available as well:
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Transportation to the Hammond, IN Hotel Before Start of the Event
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Return Transportation from Kenosha, WI after the end of the event
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Supported Hotels in Hammond, Kenosha, and Chicago
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Free Parking at the start in Whiting
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Swimming in Lake Michigan
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Bicycle Illinois Merchandise
Registration & Prices
Check bicycleillinois.com for registration deadlines and additional price information.
WE DO NOT ISSUE ANY REFUNDS AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON. If you do not participate and would like a refund, you MUST purchase an individual travel insurance plan, which will reimburse you according to the plan coverage. Many plans are very reasonably priced. As part of your online registration you will have the option to purchase an individual travel insurance plan offered through RegShield. This plan must be purchased as part of your initial online registration - it cannot be added later. If you do not purchase the RegShield plan you can still purchase another individual travel insurance plan. Click Here or visit https://www.travelexinsurance.com/index.aspx?location=27-019927-0199&go=bp to get the details and benefits of the plan offered through Travelex Insurance, get a quote, and purchase coverage.
Additional Processing Fees Charged by RaceRoster
Please visit bicycleillinois.com for more specific information about the additional processing fees charged by RaceRoster for online registration.
Paper Registration
Please visit bicycleillinois.com to download the paper registration forms if you do not wish to pay the additional processing fees charged by RaceRoster or wish to pay by check or money order. Unfortunately we cannot accept credit cards through paper registration.
All information is subject to change. For more information about the event and the most current information please visit https://www.bicycleillinois.com/tristatetourchicagocentury/tristatetourchicagocentury.htm
Copyright Bicycle Illinois
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Sat, Aug 22, 2026 at 6:00 AMSee full details
Event Overview
CYCLE THROUGH THREE STATES IN ONE DAY!
Bicycle Illinois presents the Tri-State Tour, which travels through three states in one day! You'll start the ride right over the Illinois/Indiana border in Whiting, Indiana and finish in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
The single day event covers approximately 85 miles and a century option is available.
The two identical Tri-State Tour events will be held on separate weekend days. Tri-State Tour #1 will be held on a Sunday to give people who normally work on Saturdays a better chance to participate and the Tri-State Tour #2 will occur on the Saturday immediately following Bicycle Illinois.
The Tri-State Tour is the perfect introduction to the fun & excitement of longer distance cycling close to home!
Included Services & Merchandise
All the amenities you need are included:
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The Route
-
SAG Vehicle Support
-
Cue Sheets, Maps, & Signage
-
Rest Stops
-
Snacks, Ice Water & Sports Drinks
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Transporting a Small Personal Bag
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T-Shirt
-
Professional Staff
Included Services & Merchandise
Some very nice extras are also available as well:
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Return Transportation from Kenosha, WI
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Supported Hotels in Hammond, Kenosha, and Chicago
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Free Parking at the start in Whiting
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Swimming in Lake Michigan
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Bicycle Illinois Merchandise
Registration & Prices
Check bicycleillinois.com for registration deadlines and additional price information.
WE DO NOT ISSUE ANY REFUNDS AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON. If you do not participate and would like a refund, you MUST purchase an individual travel insurance plan, which will reimburse you according to the plan coverage. Many plans are very reasonably priced. As part of your online registration you will have the option to purchase an individual travel insurance plan offered through RegShield. This plan must be purchased as part of your initial online registration - it cannot be added later. If you do not purchase the RegShield plan you can still purchase another individual travel insurance plan. Click Here or visit https://www.travelexinsurance.com/index.aspx?location=27-019927-0199&go=bp to get the details and benefits of the plan offered through Travelex Insurance, get a quote, and purchase coverage.
Additional Processing Fees Charged by RaceRoster
Please visit bicycleillinois.com for more specific information about the additional processing fees charged by RaceRoster for online registration.
Paper Registration
Please visit bicycleillinois.com to download the paper registration forms if you do not wish to pay the additional processing fees charged by RaceRoster or wish to pay by check or money order. Unfortunately we cannot accept credit cards through paper registration.
All information is subject to change. For more information about the event and the most current information please visit https://www.bicycleillinois.com/tristatetourchicagocentury/tristatetourchicagocentury.htm
Copyright Bicycle Illinois
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Local Clubs & Organizations
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Club
USA Swimming Club. 8 members.
[email protected] +1 262-654-9622 -
Club
USA Swimming Club. 14 members.
[email protected] +1 262-430-1277