Cow Chip Classic Run/Walk
- Date Sat 5th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of fitness and community spirit at the 46th Annual Cow Chip Classic Run/Walk on Saturday, September 5, 2026, in beautiful Prairie du Sac, Sauk! This exciting event features both a competitive 10K Run and a fun 5K Run/Walk, making it perfect for participants of all ages and skill levels. Set against the lively backdrop of the Wisconsin State Cow Chip Throw, the races kick off at 8:00 a.m. next to Marion Park, where runners will cross the stunning Wisconsin River.
The challenging 10K route takes you up the infamous "Heartbreak Hill," offering a scenic experience that winds past the picturesque Lake Wisconsin Golf Course before returning to Prairie du Sac. Meanwhile, the 5K course provides a more leisurely yet enjoyable run, turning onto Golf Road before heading back into town. With chip timing for accurate results, age divisions for both the 5K and 10K, and awards for top finishers, this event promises to be a fantastic day of competition and camaraderie. Plus, enjoy refreshments and snacks after the race, and take pride in knowing that all proceeds go back into the community through the Sauk Prairie Community Club. Don't
The challenging 10K route takes you up the infamous "Heartbreak Hill," offering a scenic experience that winds past the picturesque Lake Wisconsin Golf Course before returning to Prairie du Sac. Meanwhile, the 5K course provides a more leisurely yet enjoyable run, turning onto Golf Road before heading back into town. With chip timing for accurate results, age divisions for both the 5K and 10K, and awards for top finishers, this event promises to be a fantastic day of competition and camaraderie. Plus, enjoy refreshments and snacks after the race, and take pride in knowing that all proceeds go back into the community through the Sauk Prairie Community Club. Don't
Organiser's Description
The 46th annual 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk, sponsored by the Sauk Prairie Community Club, is being held in conjunction with the Wisconsin State Cow Chip Throw on Labor Day weekend. All racers begin in Prairie du Sac and cross the Wisconsin River. The 10K takes runners up "Heartbreak Hill," and follows a route which leads past the Lake Wisconsin Golf course and back into Prairie du Sac. 5K runners turn onto Golf Road for a distance and then turn back into town.
RACE INFORMATION:
The race will be recorded with Chip
Timing. Transponder chips used for
recording will be attached to the race
bib. Please allow extra time for
pickup.
- Race starts 8:00 a.m. next to
Marion Park, corner of Grand &
Fourth, (near outdoor pool).
- No animals on race course or in the
park.
- All proceeds from the race are
donated back into the community
through the Sauk Prairie Community
Club.
AGE DIVISIONS - 5 & 10K:
- 0-14, 5-year age brackets thru 70, 70
& over for both male and female.
- Plaques awarded to winners, and
medals to 2nd and 3rd place finishers.
SERVICES & FACILITIES:
- Refreshments and snacks served after
the race.
- Restrooms and showers
REGISTRATION AND PACKET
PICKUP:
At Marion Park, corner of Grand Ave and Fourth St
(near the pool), Prairie du Sac.
- Early registration, packet pickup & T-shirt,
Friday, September 4th , 5:00-7:00 p.m.
- Race day registration, packet pickup &
T-shirt , Saturday, September 5, 7:00-
7:45 a.m.
RACE INFORMATION:
The race will be recorded with Chip
Timing. Transponder chips used for
recording will be attached to the race
bib. Please allow extra time for
pickup.
- Race starts 8:00 a.m. next to
Marion Park, corner of Grand &
Fourth, (near outdoor pool).
- No animals on race course or in the
park.
- All proceeds from the race are
donated back into the community
through the Sauk Prairie Community
Club.
AGE DIVISIONS - 5 & 10K:
- 0-14, 5-year age brackets thru 70, 70
& over for both male and female.
- Plaques awarded to winners, and
medals to 2nd and 3rd place finishers.
SERVICES & FACILITIES:
- Refreshments and snacks served after
the race.
- Restrooms and showers
REGISTRATION AND PACKET
PICKUP:
At Marion Park, corner of Grand Ave and Fourth St
(near the pool), Prairie du Sac.
- Early registration, packet pickup & T-shirt,
Friday, September 4th , 5:00-7:00 p.m.
- Race day registration, packet pickup &
T-shirt , Saturday, September 5, 7:00-
7:45 a.m.
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Grand Avenue Elementary School, 225 Grand Ave, Prairie Du Sac, 53578, WI, United States
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