43rd Annual Milton Optimist Independence Day 10K Run/5k Walk/1mi run
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Milton, Wisconsin
- Price $11.60
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the 4th of July in style at the 43rd Annual Milton Optimist Independence Day 10K Run, 5K Walk, and 1-Mile Run, taking place on Friday, July 4, 2025, in the charming town of Milton, Wisconsin! This festive event promises a fantastic day filled with excitement and community spirit. Participants can choose from three race distances: the challenging 10K run, the scenic 5K walk, or the family-friendly 1-mile run, making it perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities.
The race kicks off bright and early at Milton High School, with the 10K run and 5K walk starting at 8:00 AM, followed by the 1-mile run at 8:05 AM. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings as the 10K follows an out-and-back course on picturesque country roads, while the 5K walk meanders along the shaded Ice Age trail. With water stations along the routes and awards for top finishers in various age groups, this event is not only a wonderful way to stay active but also a chance to support local youth-centered projects. Join us in Milton for a memorable Independence Day celebration filled
The race kicks off bright and early at Milton High School, with the 10K run and 5K walk starting at 8:00 AM, followed by the 1-mile run at 8:05 AM. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings as the 10K follows an out-and-back course on picturesque country roads, while the 5K walk meanders along the shaded Ice Age trail. With water stations along the routes and awards for top finishers in various age groups, this event is not only a wonderful way to stay active but also a chance to support local youth-centered projects. Join us in Milton for a memorable Independence Day celebration filled
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
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
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
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$11.60
OPENS TOMORROW10k 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
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$11.60
OPENS TOMORROW5k 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
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:05AM CDT)
$11.60
OPENS TOMORROW1 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.
43rd Annual Milton Optimist Independence Day 10K Run/5k Walk/1mi run
