Hibernation Hustle 5k Run/Walk
- Date Sun 1st February 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off February with a fun-filled day at the 7th Annual Hibernation Hustle 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Sunday, February 1, 2026, in the charming community of Sun Prairie, Dane. Join fellow participants at Cannery Square at 8 AM for this exciting event that combines fitness with a festive flair! Whether you’re running or walking, you have the chance to choose between a blue or yellow shirt based on your prediction for Groundhog Day—will it be a long winter or an early spring?
Families are encouraged to bring their little ones for the Kids Dash, a short and sweet ~150-meter race that’s sure to bring smiles all around. Make sure to register online by Saturday, January 30th, as same-day registrations will not be accepted this year. Don’t miss out on your chance to earn prizes for top finishers in various categories, including overall male, female, and non-binary winners, as well as age group awards for competitors aged 14 and under, all the way to 70+. Join us for a day of excitement, community spirit, and outdoor fun, and see if Jimmy the Groundhog will see his shadow the day after the
Families are encouraged to bring their little ones for the Kids Dash, a short and sweet ~150-meter race that’s sure to bring smiles all around. Make sure to register online by Saturday, January 30th, as same-day registrations will not be accepted this year. Don’t miss out on your chance to earn prizes for top finishers in various categories, including overall male, female, and non-binary winners, as well as age group awards for competitors aged 14 and under, all the way to 70+. Join us for a day of excitement, community spirit, and outdoor fun, and see if Jimmy the Groundhog will see his shadow the day after the
Organiser's Description
Join the Sun Prairie Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department for the 7th Annual Hibernation Hustle!
Will Jimmy the Groundhog see his shadow? Choose a blue or yellow shirt based on whether you think it will be a long winter or an early spring!
When: Sunday, February 1, 8 AM
Where: Cannery Square
Distance: 5K run or walk; Kids Dash will be ~150 meters
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 30TH AT 10AM. THIS YEAR WE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTING SAME DAY REGISTRATIONS, SO PLEASE PRE-REGISTER!
PACKET PICK UP:
Saturday, January 31st, 10AM-12PM at Westside Community Building (2598 W. Main Street, Sun Prairie)
Participants can register at packet pick up on Saturday.
Choose your own prediction for Groundhog Day by picking your shirt! You can make your own prediction by selecting the shirt that matches your prediction! Long winter or early spring! REGISTER BY JANUARY 12 TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT.
See if you were right on when Jimmy the Groundhog makes his prediction at the 77th Prognostication in Cannery Square the day after the race!
Prizes given to the top male, female, and non-binary finishers overall and age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Volunteers Needed! Sign up here to volunteer on race day:
Will Jimmy the Groundhog see his shadow? Choose a blue or yellow shirt based on whether you think it will be a long winter or an early spring!
When: Sunday, February 1, 8 AM
Where: Cannery Square
Distance: 5K run or walk; Kids Dash will be ~150 meters
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 30TH AT 10AM. THIS YEAR WE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTING SAME DAY REGISTRATIONS, SO PLEASE PRE-REGISTER!
PACKET PICK UP:
Saturday, January 31st, 10AM-12PM at Westside Community Building (2598 W. Main Street, Sun Prairie)
Participants can register at packet pick up on Saturday.
Choose your own prediction for Groundhog Day by picking your shirt! You can make your own prediction by selecting the shirt that matches your prediction! Long winter or early spring! REGISTER BY JANUARY 12 TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT.
See if you were right on when Jimmy the Groundhog makes his prediction at the 77th Prognostication in Cannery Square the day after the race!
Prizes given to the top male, female, and non-binary finishers overall and age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Volunteers Needed! Sign up here to volunteer on race day:
Races
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5k Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Long Sleeve Shirt
Sun 1st February 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$32.80
OPENS 13 NOVThis event will be chip timed! -
5k Walk (Untimed)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Long Sleeve Shirt
Sun 1st February 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$32.80
OPENS 13 NOVThis event will not be chip timed. -
Kids Dash (Untimed)
Incl. $1.60 Fee & Long Sleeve Shirt
Sun 1st February 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$11.60
OPENS 13 NOVThis event will not be chip timed.
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