Hayward Musky-Fest

  • Date Sun 22nd June 2025
  • Time 8:30AM CDT
  • Location Hayward, Wisconsin
  • Price $38.50
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km

Event summary

Join the excitement at the 75th Annual Hayward Musky-Fest on Sunday, June 22, 2025, in beautiful Hayward, Sawyer County! This vibrant community festival celebrates Wisconsin's Northwoods and its rich fishing tradition, featuring a lively lineup of activities for all ages. Kick off the day with the Musky Fest 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run, both starting at 8:30 AM sharp. Participants will enjoy a scenic route while competing for top honors in various age groups. For the little ones, the FREE Minnow Run takes place at 9:45 AM, ensuring fun for kids aged 12 and under.

But that's just the beginning! Musky-Fest is packed with exciting events, including the crowning of the Musky Festival Queen, a delightful arts and crafts show, live music performances, and a lively car show. Savor delicious food from local vendors, engage in children's games, and participate in a catch-and-release fishing contest. The weekend culminates with the Grand Parade down Main Street, a must-see event that brings the community together. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the Hayward Musky-Fest promises an unforgettable experience filled with fun, camaraderie

Organiser's Description

EVENT DESCRIPTION
The Hayward Area Chamber of Commerce is happy to invite you to join them for another Musky Fest 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run! This is a locally sponsored event starting at 8:30 am. Also, don't miss out on the FREE Minnow Run on Main Street & 3rd for all kids 12 years and under starting at 9:45 am!

_THE 75TH ANNUAL _Musky Festival is Hayward's largest community festival celebrating Wisconsin's Northwoods and our great fishing tradition. The weekend includes the crowning of our Musky Festival Queen, sidewalk sales, large handmade art and craft show, live music, children's games, a car show, mouth-watering food booths, 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run as well as a Minnow Run for those 12 and younger, catch and release fishing contest, fishing photo contest, a carnival and large street dances featuring Midwest known music groups on Friday and Saturday nights, and so much more! The whole weekend concludes with the Grand Parade on Sunday down Main Street which is can't miss event.

RACE TIMES
5K and 10K Races both start at 8:30 am sharp!

REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK

Registration includes Musky Walk/Run T-Shirt Register by May 30 to guarantee your size.

*Packet pick-up (including race bibs) will be on Main Street Saturday, June 21st, 2025 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Race Day registration on the morning of Sunday, June 22nd, 2025 ($40.00) will be closed at 8:00 am as the race starts at 8:30 am sharp.

ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE

PRIZES & GIVEAWAYS
*Award ceremony will be immediately following the race, about 10:15 am

Prizes will be awarded to the Top Male and Top Female finishers in each division

Prizes will also be awarded for a variety of age groups.

MORE INFORMATION
Contact the Hayward Area Chamber of Commerce and ask for Robyn: 715-634-8662
robyn@haywardareachamber.com

www.muskyfest.com

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 22nd June 2025 (8:30AM CDT)

    $38.50

  • 10k

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 22nd June 2025 (8:30AM CDT)

    $38.50

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Main Street, Hayward, 54843, WI, United States

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