43rd Annual Milton Optimist Independence Day 10K Run/5K Walk/1 Mile Run
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Milton, Wisconsin
- Price $11.60
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day in style at the 43rd Annual Milton Optimist Independence Day 10K Run, 5K Walk, and 1 Mile Run, taking place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in the charming town of Milton, Wisconsin. This vibrant event invites participants of all ages to kick off the holiday with a fun-filled day of fitness and community spirit. Choose from three exciting race options: the challenging 10K run along scenic country roads, a leisurely 5K walk on the beautiful Ice Age trail, or a spirited 1 mile run on friendly residential streets.
Pre-registration packet pickup will be available on race day from 7:00 to 7:45 AM at Milton High School, with day-of registration also open for just $20. The race begins bright and early at 8:00 AM for the 10K and 5K, followed by the 1 mile run at 8:05 AM. With awards for the top male and female finishers in the 10K and 1 mile run, plus age group awards, there’s plenty of motivation to put on your running shoes! Join us for a day of health, happiness, and helping local youth-centered
Pre-registration packet pickup will be available on race day from 7:00 to 7:45 AM at Milton High School, with day-of registration also open for just $20. The race begins bright and early at 8:00 AM for the 10K and 5K, followed by the 1 mile run at 8:05 AM. With awards for the top male and female finishers in the 10K and 1 mile run, plus age group awards, there’s plenty of motivation to put on your running shoes! Join us for a day of health, happiness, and helping local youth-centered
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR A RACE DAY TO KICK OFF THE 4TH OF JULY HOLIDAY IN MILTON, WISCONSIN! SPONSORED BY THE MILTON OPTIMIST CLUB, YOU CAN CHOOSE FROM A 10K RUN, A 5K WALK, OR A 1 MILE RUN. PROCEEDS STAY LOCAL TO HELP SPONSOR YOUTH-CENTERED SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY PROJECTS!
PRE-REGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP: JULY 4TH, 7:00 -7:45 AM, MILTON HIGH SCHOOL EVENT ENTRANCE. YOU MAY ALSO REGISTER DAY OF RACE AT THIS TIME FOR $20.
RACE START TIMES: 8:00 AM FOR 10K RUN AND 5K WALK, 8:05 FOR 1 MILE RUN
* 10k run follows an out and back course on country roads with a few rolling hills.** Three water stations are provided on the 10k route.
* 5k walk starts on the 10k route, but then follows the shaded Ice Age trail out and back before rejoining the 10k runners in the home stretch. You may run the 5K if you wish, but it is non-competitive. There is one water station on the 5k walk route.
* 1 mile run is located on residential streets with a steep downhill at the finish.
_ALL PARTICIPANTS UNDER 18 MUST HAVE PARENT/GUARDIAN PERMISSION. **ANYONE COMPETING IN THE 10K MUST BE AT LEAST 13 YEARS OLD ON RACE DAY, OR RECEIVE SPECIFIC PERMISSION FROM THE RACE DIRECTOR. _
AWARDS: FIRST PLACE OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE IN BOTH THE 10K AND 1 MILE RUNS. 5K WALK IS NON-COMPETITIVE, BUT YOU ARE WELCOME TO RUN IT IF DESIRED. AGE GROUP AWARDS FOR FIRST THROUGH FIFTH PLACE IN EACH AGE CATEGORY AS FOLLOWS:
MILE: 10 AND UNDER, 11-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
10K: 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
PRE-REGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP: JULY 4TH, 7:00 -7:45 AM, MILTON HIGH SCHOOL EVENT ENTRANCE. YOU MAY ALSO REGISTER DAY OF RACE AT THIS TIME FOR $20.
RACE START TIMES: 8:00 AM FOR 10K RUN AND 5K WALK, 8:05 FOR 1 MILE RUN
* 10k run follows an out and back course on country roads with a few rolling hills.** Three water stations are provided on the 10k route.
* 5k walk starts on the 10k route, but then follows the shaded Ice Age trail out and back before rejoining the 10k runners in the home stretch. You may run the 5K if you wish, but it is non-competitive. There is one water station on the 5k walk route.
* 1 mile run is located on residential streets with a steep downhill at the finish.
_ALL PARTICIPANTS UNDER 18 MUST HAVE PARENT/GUARDIAN PERMISSION. **ANYONE COMPETING IN THE 10K MUST BE AT LEAST 13 YEARS OLD ON RACE DAY, OR RECEIVE SPECIFIC PERMISSION FROM THE RACE DIRECTOR. _
AWARDS: FIRST PLACE OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE IN BOTH THE 10K AND 1 MILE RUNS. 5K WALK IS NON-COMPETITIVE, BUT YOU ARE WELCOME TO RUN IT IF DESIRED. AGE GROUP AWARDS FOR FIRST THROUGH FIFTH PLACE IN EACH AGE CATEGORY AS FOLLOWS:
MILE: 10 AND UNDER, 11-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
10K: 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Races
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10K Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$11.60
OPENS 30 APR 2610k run follows an out and back course on country roads with a few rolling hills. Three water stations are provided on the 10k route. Race starts in front of Milton High School. Course closes by 9:30 am, so please plan accordingly. Online registration closes on June 28th, and price will increase to $20.00 thereafter. -
5K Walk
Incl. $1.60 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$11.60
OPENS 30 APR 265k walk starts on the 10k route, but then follows the shaded Ice Age trail out and back before rejoining the 10k runners in the home stretch. You are welcome to run the 5K, but it is non-competitive. There is one water station on the 5k walk route. Walk starts in front of Milton High School. Course closes by 9:30 am, so please plan your entry accordingly. Online registration closes on June 28th, and price will increase to $20.00 thereafter. -
1 Mile Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:05AM CDT)
$11.60
OPENS 30 APR 261 mile run is located on residential streets with a steep downhill at the finish. Race starts close to the front parking lot of Milton High School. Online registration closes on June 28th, and price will increase to $20.00 thereafter.
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