5 running events in West Allis, Wisconsin

Super Heroes Never Quit! When faced with obstacles and difficult situations our members with spina bifida are challenged to believe in themselves and remember that SBWIS is here to help! Join us for the 33rd annual SPRINT FOR SPINA BIFIDA to honor and celebrate the 500+ Wisconsin residents with spina bifida that we serve.

Our event includes the fun walk / roll on either a short or long route (you choose), fantastic raffle prizes, our 50/50 raffle, live entertainment from "Acoustic Blu", refreshments and enjoying the park's playground.

Highlights for this year:

• Outstanding raffle items

• Enjoy the live music duo "Acoustic Blu"

• "DIY" Do it yourself (if we don't have enough volunteers) kid games and temporary tattoos

• Deadline for online registration, with event shirt guaranteed, is midnight Sunday, July 19th (due to shirt company required deadline)

• Registrations are accepted online through August 2nd, however, an event shirt is not included. A limited number of SB logo shirts will be available for sale at the park until sizes run out.

Click the PHOTO link and view a few photos from last year's event. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, August 8th at Greenfield Park!

NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU

• We know that kiddos out-grow adaptive footwear and equipment quickly. We encourage you to bring out-grown items to "swap" with other families. There will be a table to place your item(s) so others can view and take what will work for them. Please bring clean and gently used items. Items not "swapped" must be claimed by original owner at the end of the event.

• Our raffle has a lot of amazing prizes and ticket sales are 100% profit to SBWIS. If you would like to help us fundraise, please bring NEW items like toys, children's books, handcrafted items or a themed basket (wine/alcohol can be included) that we can add to our raffle ($25 minimum value). We reserve the right to combine or reject inappropriate items. Raffle items must arrive by 8:45am and can be dropped off at our raffle table in exchange for 2 free raffle tickets!

• 50/50 raffle - contribute and win half! We're starting with $100.00 in the winner's pot to get things started! Tickets on sale, cash only $20.00 for 8 tickets, $10 for 4 tickets. Drawing will be at 10:30am; must be present to win.

• Participate in our Match and Meet at 10:15am. Gather together to be matched with other members/families with SB. Sometimes it is too crowded or busy at the event to meet others, so we are creating an intentional (optional) opportunity for those who wish to participate. Be ready to exchange contact information so you can communicate with each other after the event to share resources, ask questions and benefit from valuable peer support.

2026 GIVE AWAY

Those who have completed the online pre-registration before midnight on July 19th are guaranteed a custom event shirt (cotton t-shirt, event logo). Shirts will be sorted into event bags by last name for everyone who completed the online pre-registration. Event bags can be picked up at Greenfield park before the walk, starting at 8am. We print the names of our SBWIS members on the back of the t-shirts, so to be included, you won't want to miss this important deadline!

EVENT SCHEDULE

8am – 9am Event day registration and event bag pick up for all who completed the online pre-registration. Event day registration is $20/person ages 4 and up, cash or check transaction (does not include event t-shirt) or $25/person ages 4 and up, online transaction (more due to credit card fees). Drop off your "swap" items at the designated table, bring your raffle donation to exchange for 2 free tickets.

9am Announcements and Welcome.

9:15am Annual Bubble Memorial (bubbles will be in your event bag) remembering our SBWIS members who have passed away.

9:30am Fun Walk / Roll departs.

Enjoy refreshments, check out the playground, decide on raffle items, purchase 50 / 50 raffle tickets, and enjoy the live music!

Raffle tickets are $5 each or 10 tickets for $40 cash only. 50/50 raffle tickets are $20 for 8 tickets or $10 for 4 tickets cash only.

10:30am Raffle winners drawn. Must be present to win.

11:00 Event ends. Your family is welcome to stay, picnic and enjoy the playground and park. See you next year!

ON-LINE REGISTRATION TIPS

"Event" registration - To have different price categories, the software platform calls each a different "Event". Please read each event/category carefully when registering.

Mail in registrations are due by Thursday, July 16th. Click HERE to be redirected to the website that allows printable PDF files. Please complete one form per person. Forms are also available by clicking EVENT in the menu at the top of the website page.

Online registrations: RunSignUp will require you to log in and/or create an account/profile. The event website can be a bit tricky for first time users. Register yourself first and complete each step (your information, your event(s), your donation (wait to create VIP Fundraiser) when you get to the payment page, scroll to bottom and click blue button to "add another registrant". Create the VIP Fundraiser when you register the VIP. Add another person, complete each step of choosing the event, then answer the questions and select shirt size, and continue to payment page. When finished adding everyone on this transaction, complete payment information and check out.

Everything is fairly straight-forward, until your registration step reaches the DONATE page. Here there are lots of choices that can be confusing.

When you register a VIP, to "Create a VIP Fundraising Team" - do this step in the registration of the person you are fundraising for. Example, complete Gabi's registration, and on the donation page, click the blue box to "Become a VIP Fundraiser". Change the name to Gabi's Group, personalize your fundraising goal, upload an image, personalize the message and you are all set! Don't do this twice (there is another prompt) or two fundraisers will be created. Scroll down the page, click continue to payment page and either add another registrant, or complete payment and check out. VIP Fundraising Teams created prior to midnight on July 19th, who have raised $100 or more, will be listed on the back of our event shirts.

If you are a small group, small family, or individual participating on your own, you can skip this entirely and just complete your registration. You can also donate to an established VIP Fundraising Team by selecting the specific team and entering your donation.

ENTER YOUR PAYMENT INFORMATION page is your chance to carefully review each registrant's information, shirt size and fundraiser name. Click to expand parts of the page to see everything. Make all corrections before submitting payment.

Online donation pages for VIP Fundraising Teams and our event “DONATE” button will remain active until midnight August 10th to capture those last minute donations from family and friends.

BECOME A SPONSOR

We hope you will consider supporting Sprint for Spina Bifida Sprint Through Barriers! by becoming an event sponsor. Sponsorships make it possible for us to keep event fees more affordable while providing the best event possible for our members. To become a sponsor, contact Virginia at [email protected] for sponsorship levels and information. Sponsors are recognized with their logo on our event website, announced at the event, encouraged to provide donations as give aways and are welcome to have a resource table at the event.

Thank you for joining us, and see you on Saturday, August 8th to celebrate "Sprint Through Barriers"!

Join us for this year’s WOCA's Run, Rock, & Stroll, a special event held to support the ovarian cancer community throughout Wisconsin. This event is open to everyone, regardless of experience levels. The route is a paved 2-mile loop through the scenic Greenfield Park (No longer a timed 5k). Some participants join to honor or remember loved ones, some are survivors themselves, and others simply want to support WOCA's mission.

Location: Greenfield Park, Cool Waters Pavilion, 2028 S 124th St, West Allis, WI 53227

This event is a great opportunity to come together, whether you’re running in support of someone, walking as a survivor, or just looking to participate in an awesome community event.

This year's theme is TEAL. That's right, we want to see you and your team in your favorite TEAL outfit, shirt, hat, necklace, etc. And of course, there will be a prize for best outfit.

OVARIAN CANCER SURVIVORS ARE FREE!!! To register us this following promo code: WOCASURVIVOR2026 Or contact the WOCA office at 262-797-7804, or [email protected].

Event Registration Information

$25 - Early Bird April 1st through May 31st

$30 - June 1st through July 31st

$35 - August 1st through September 11th

TEAM INFORMATION: Teams are a great way to gather your friends and family! Teams are made up of 10 or more people. Each Individual on a team will receive $5 off of their registration once they register 10 participants! Participants must register before August 31st to receive discounted pricing. To get your team started click the Group/Teams button on the sidebar.

Rascal Romp: This short children's run is for kids 10 & under.

T-shirt Pickup: Ordered a t-shirt? You can pick it up the week before the event. Or shirts will be available for pick up the morning of the event (at the pre-registered tent, right next to the day of registration). The WOCA office is located at 13825 W. National Ave., Suite 103 New Berlin, WI 53151.

PLEDGE PAGES/FUNDRAISING: Show additional support by raising pledges. Start your fundraising page by visiting "Become a Fundraiser" under the Donate Button. This year we are offering a number of Pledge Incentives. Please note, you must create a fundraiser page to qualify for these incentives. Click the following link to learn more: Pledge Incentives.

​Course: Beginning and Ending at Greenfield Park, Cool Waters Pavilion. This scenic 2 Mile Run/Walk winds through Greenfield Park.

Rules: Dogs allowed on leash only. Strollers and wheelchairs welcome.

Award Categories: Awards will be given to the top pledge raisers and to the team captain with the largest team!

Tentative Timeline (Subject to change):::

• 8:00am-9:30am:

Day of Registration

Pre-Registration T-shirt & Team Sign Pick Up

• 8:30am-11:30am:

Announcements and Music

• 9:00am:

Ovarian Cancer Survivor Photo, Team Photos to Follow

(Meet at the Teal Balloon Ribbon)

• 9:20am:

Kids Warm Up Stretch

• 9:30am:

Rascal Romp Begins

• 9:45am:

Warm Up Stretch

• 9:50am:

National Anthem

Moment of Silence

• 10:00am:

2 Mile Fun Run/Walk Begins - Runners in the front

Bark in the Park Begins

• 11:15am-11:30am:

Award Ceremony

Description

Celebrate the season with movement, music, and meaningful impact at the Jingle Bell 5K Hustle (Run/Walk) & Jingle Dash 1K Kids Run, hosted by the New Berlin YMCA at scenic Greenfield Park. This festive event features a timed 5K Hustle for avid runners or festive walkers and a 1K Jingle Dash for kids — plus a dog-friendly option for those who want to bring their four-legged companions (additional fee applies, costumes encouraged!). Everyone also gets to meet the "Jolly Ole Elf" himself as Santa will be there to cheer everyone on! All proceeds from the Jingle Bell Hustle/Dash benefit the YMCA and provide support to a family or individual in need through programs like Youth Strong and LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA, helping families in our community thrive. So lace up, layer up, and join us for a race that warms hearts and builds hope — one joyful step at a time.

Whether you're racing for speed or strolling in a Santa hat, this event is packed with holiday cheer and community spirit:

Santa Letter Station & Photo Station — Write letters and snap pics with Santa in a cozy holiday setting

Holiday Mug & Cocoa Station — All 5K finishers receive a commemorative mug and warm cocoa

Jingle Bell Medals — Awarded to top finishers

Holiday Music — Festive tunes at the start/finish line