3 events in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin

Great news; we're bring back the beginning runner program this spring! This program is designed for those looking to transition from walking to running a 5K. The program is structured for beginning runners or those who are returning to running. It involves a mix of walking and running gradually increasing to running a 5K distance. It's a low stress method that helps avoid injury and gain confidence. The program is beginner friendly, non-intimidating and ideal for those new to running.

Running can be a great workout and running with the Badgerland Striders is a social way to run. This years program will run 8 weeks. If you choose, you will have an opportunity to register for the Badgerland striders Superun 5k to be held on Wednesday June 4th.

The Stride to 5k Program kicks off on Thursday, April 9th at 6pm. We will meet weekly on Thursday evenings at the Hales Corners Library in the lower level Ben Hunt Room and conclude on Thursday May 28th. Each meeting will feature a group run and a discussion with established runners, physical therapists, personal trainers, and other running related topics. The group runs will be split into multiple groups based on pace and lead by experienced runners. We will use a run/walk approach to build up your distance. The plan will have one weekly group run and two runs for you to complete on your own. The goal of the program is to give you the confidence to complete a 5K distance and enjoy the experience.

Join us for the 4th Annual Freedom 5K benefiting the Fox Point Foundation on June 13, 2026

This year, we are excited to be sponsoring the Fox Point Centennial 10K/5K Run and 1-mile walk.

Location: Beginning at Freedom Physical Therapy Services - Fox Point,

8:00 am start time (10K)

8:10 am start time (5K)

Finish at Longacre Pavilion (next to Stormonth School)

In addition to the great run, there will be Fox Point historical points along the route!

Parking is available in the Fox Point Shops parking lots. Please do not park on the street.

T-shirts can be picked up at Freedom PT Services on race day at the registration table.

Race day registration is available, but a commemorative centennial shirt is not guaranteed after May 25th, 2026.

Start your 4th of July with a bang by running the 48th edition of the Firecracker Four! A tradition for many to start the holiday with a 4 mile run OR a 1.4 mile walk through the neighborhoods of Hales Corners. Come join over 1200 of your family, friends, and neighbors for the post race celebration. We will have cookies, chocolate milk, and other refreshments. The Firecracker Four is just one of many events featured by the Hales Corners Fourth of July Committee. Come for the race and stay all day to enjoy the festivities!

Use the coupon code: Military10 if you are active duty or a veteran for 10% off. We thank you for your service.

Please review the Badgerland Striders Race Policies and Guidelines.

Pre Race Registration: until midnight on Thursday, July 3, 2026 @ 8:00 AM

• 4 mile: $35

• 4 miles kids under 12: $15

• 1.4 mile untimed fun run: $25

• 1.4 mile untimed fun run kids under 12: $15

Race Day: $40 for everyone! Registration available at Hales Corners Park (race shirt not guaranteed)

All registration is online. To simplify your pickup, please complete registration prior to arriving on site.

Pre-Race Day Packet Pick-Up

July 2nd - Performance Running Outfitters - Brookfield: 1:00 - 6:00 PM

July 3rd - Hales Corners Pool House: Noon - 3:00 PM

Race Day Packet Pick-Up

6:45am - 7:45 am at Hales Corners Park

Awards:

4 mile: Trophies for overall male and female. Medals for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th in each age group M/F:

9 and under, 10-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80 and over.

We love volunteers! All volunteers receive a race shirt, lots of appreciation, and many thank you's!