44th 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 with a burst of energy at the 44th Annual Milton Optimist Independence Day 10K Run, 5K Walk, and 1 Mile Run on Saturday, July 4, 2026! Set in the picturesque town of Milton, Wisconsin, this exciting event kicks off the holiday with a perfect blend of competition and community spirit. Participants can choose from a challenging 10K run, a leisurely 5K walk, or a fun 1-mile run, making it an ideal day for families and fitness enthusiasts alike.

Starting at Milton High School, the 10K run will take you on a scenic out-and-back course featuring rolling hills and three water stations to keep you refreshed. The 5K walk offers a beautiful shaded route along the Ice Age Trail, while the 1-mile run promises a thrilling downhill finish! With awards for top finishers in various age groups and a supportive atmosphere, this event is not just a race—it's a celebration of community and youth-focused initiatives. Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and join us in Milton for a memorable day of fitness and fun!

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. TIMING RESULTS FOR TOP FINISHERS ONLY; OTHER RESULTS ARE BY PLACE, SO HAVE A PERSONAL TIMING DEVICE IF COURSE TIME IS IMPORTANT TO YOU. 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

  • 10K Run

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & Race T-Shirt

    Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM CDT)

    $11.60

    CLOSED
    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. Race starts in front of Milton High School. Course closes by 9:30 am, so please plan accordingly. Online registration closes on June 29th, 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

    CLOSED
    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 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 29th, 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

    CLOSED
    1 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 29th, and price will increase to $20.00 thereafter.

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Milton High School, 114 West High Street, Milton, 53563, WI, United States

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