Apple Fest Run/Walk
- Date Sat 28th September 2024
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Gays Mills, Wisconsin
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Apple Fest Run/Walk on Saturday, September 28, 2024, in the charming town of Gays Mills, Crawford, Wisconsin! This vibrant event is part of the beloved Apple Fest celebration, set against the stunning backdrop of the Driftless area's rolling hills. Runners and walkers of all ages can participate in a variety of race distances, including a fun 1/4 mile kids run, a scenic 2-mile run/walk, and an invigorating 5-mile run that meanders through beautiful wooded backroads.
As you navigate the impressive course, prepare for a challenge with its captivating hills and serene level areas that provide a breather. With the Kickapoo River by your side and the breathtaking fall colors surrounding you, every step will be a visual delight. The race starts and finishes near the Dam in Gays Mills, where the cheers of enthusiastic spectators will inspire you to push through to the finish line. Don't miss out on this fantastic community event—registration opens at 7:30 AM at the Lions Shelter Park, so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot!
As you navigate the impressive course, prepare for a challenge with its captivating hills and serene level areas that provide a breather. With the Kickapoo River by your side and the breathtaking fall colors surrounding you, every step will be a visual delight. The race starts and finishes near the Dam in Gays Mills, where the cheers of enthusiastic spectators will inspire you to push through to the finish line. Don't miss out on this fantastic community event—registration opens at 7:30 AM at the Lions Shelter Park, so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot!
Organiser's Description
These races are chip time on a classic Driftless area course. Located in the scenic rolling hills of western Wisconsin sits Apple Country Gays Mills. Every year this small town hosts an epic event, Apple Fest, which includes a 1/4 mile kids run, a 2 mile Run/walk and a 5 mile run along a beautiful wooded backroad heading out of town.
The Apple Fest Run/Walk course is an impressive challenge of hills with a few level areas to give you a break! With the Kickapoo on one side of you and fall colors all around there is no end to the view as you run. You start and finish by the Dam in Gays Mills and as you are heading back to the finish line you can hear the crowd's cheers before you can even see them. It will give you just the rush and motivation you need to finish your race strong.
_RACE REGISTRATION IS FROM 7:30-8:30AM AT THE LIONS SHELTER PARK ADJACENT TO THE GAYS MILLS BRIDGE (ACROSS THE STREET FROM ROBB PARK)._
The Apple Fest Run/Walk course is an impressive challenge of hills with a few level areas to give you a break! With the Kickapoo on one side of you and fall colors all around there is no end to the view as you run. You start and finish by the Dam in Gays Mills and as you are heading back to the finish line you can hear the crowd's cheers before you can even see them. It will give you just the rush and motivation you need to finish your race strong.
_RACE REGISTRATION IS FROM 7:30-8:30AM AT THE LIONS SHELTER PARK ADJACENT TO THE GAYS MILLS BRIDGE (ACROSS THE STREET FROM ROBB PARK)._
Races
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2 Mile Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt - Short Sleeve Shirt
Sat 28th September 2024 (10:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSEDAge Divisions: Male/Female 2 Mi/5Mi: 14 & under 15-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+ Youth Run: 6 & under, 7-14 Results & Awards Trophies for the fastest male and female 2 mi/5mi. Top 3 winners in each age group receive prizes. Must be present to receive prizes. Registration 7:30-8 Park adjacent to the Gays Mills bridge. Across from Robb Park Course: The route is an out and back tough course of rolling hills on West River Road. -
5 Mile Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt - Short Sleeve Shirt
Sat 28th September 2024 (10:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSEDAge Divisions: Male/Female 2 Mi/5Mi: 14 & under 15-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+ Youth Run: 6 & under, 7-14 Results & Awards Trophies for the fastest male and female 2 mi/5mi. Top 3 winners in each age group receive prizes. Must be present to receive prizes. Registration 7:30-8 Park adjacent to the Gays Mills bridge. Across from Robb Park Course: The route is an out and back tough course of rolling hills on West River Road. -
Kids 1⁄4 Mile Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt - Short Sleeve Shirt
Sat 28th September 2024 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
CLOSEDRegistration 7:30-8 Park adjacent to the Gays Mills bridge. Across from Robb Park. -
2 Mile Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt - Short Sleeve Shirt With Applefest Run 2024
Sat 28th September 2024 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
CLOSEDAge Divisions: Male/Female 2 Mi/5Mi: 14 & under 15-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+ Youth Run: 6 & under, 7-14 Results & Awards Trophies for the fastest male and female 2 mi/5mi Runners Only. Top 3 winners in each age group receive medals. Must be present to receive awards. Registration 7:30-8 Park adjacent to the Gays Mills bridge. Across from Robb Park Course: The route is an out and back tough course of rolling hills on West River Road.
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