Hayward Musky-Fest
- Date Sun 22nd June 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Hayward, Wisconsin
- Price $38.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Hayward Musky-Fest on Sunday, June 22, 2025, in the charming town of Hayward, Sawyer, where the community comes alive to celebrate Wisconsin's Northwoods and its rich fishing traditions! This year marks the 75th annual Musky Festival, featuring an exhilarating 5K Run/Walk and a 10K Run, both kicking off at 8:30 AM sharp.
But that's not all! The festivities begin with a FREE Minnow Run for kids 12 and under at 9:45 AM, ensuring fun for the whole family. The weekend will be packed with activities including live music, a car show, children's games, delicious food booths, and a vibrant craft show. Don't miss the crowning of the Musky Festival Queen and the Grand Parade down Main Street, wrapping up this unforgettable weekend. Make unforgettable memories and enjoy the spirit of community at this beloved event!
But that's not all! The festivities begin with a FREE Minnow Run for kids 12 and under at 9:45 AM, ensuring fun for the whole family. The weekend will be packed with activities including live music, a car show, children's games, delicious food booths, and a vibrant craft show. Don't miss the crowning of the Musky Festival Queen and the Grand Parade down Main Street, wrapping up this unforgettable weekend. Make unforgettable memories and enjoy the spirit of community at this beloved event!
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-UP
All registrations on or before Friday, June 6th, 2025 will be guaranteed a T-shirt ($35.00)
Registrations post-marked June 7th, 2025 thru Race Day ($40.00)
*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 group winners
_Those under the age of 13 are not eligible for awards_
Age groups will be; 5K- 13-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, 71+ and 10K- 18-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61+
MORE INFORMATION
Contact the Hayward Area Chamber of Commerce and ask for Brianna: 715-634-8662
[email protected]
www.muskyfest.com
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-UP
All registrations on or before Friday, June 6th, 2025 will be guaranteed a T-shirt ($35.00)
Registrations post-marked June 7th, 2025 thru Race Day ($40.00)
*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 group winners
_Those under the age of 13 are not eligible for awards_
Age groups will be; 5K- 13-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, 71+ and 10K- 18-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61+
MORE INFORMATION
Contact the Hayward Area Chamber of Commerce and ask for Brianna: 715-634-8662
[email protected]
www.muskyfest.com
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 22nd June 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.50
OPENS SOON -
10k
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 22nd June 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.50
OPENS SOON
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