Lakefront Discovery Run
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 8:40AM CDT
- Location Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Price Free - $54.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling conclusion to the running season at the Lakefront Discovery Run, happening on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in the picturesque city of Milwaukee! This exciting event features three race distances: a 15K, a 5K, and a FREE Kids Run, making it perfect for runners and walkers of all ages. Whether you plan to run, walk, skip, or hop, there’s fun to be had for everyone!
Join the festivities starting at Veteran's Park, where candy-laden aid stations will keep you fueled and smiling as you embark on a delightful tour of Milwaukee's stunning lakefront. Don’t forget to bring your best costume, as there will be a special award for the best-dressed participant, and all costume-wearers will enjoy a free beer! But fear not, non-costumed participants can enjoy their own complimentary beer as well. With age group awards, post-race snacks, spooky music, and even a heated tent for the after-party, this is a celebration you won't want to miss! Mark your calendars for a fantastic day filled with running, laughter, and community spirit!
Join the festivities starting at Veteran's Park, where candy-laden aid stations will keep you fueled and smiling as you embark on a delightful tour of Milwaukee's stunning lakefront. Don’t forget to bring your best costume, as there will be a special award for the best-dressed participant, and all costume-wearers will enjoy a free beer! But fear not, non-costumed participants can enjoy their own complimentary beer as well. With age group awards, post-race snacks, spooky music, and even a heated tent for the after-party, this is a celebration you won't want to miss! Mark your calendars for a fantastic day filled with running, laughter, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
THE END IS NEAR!!! RUN FOR YOUR LIVES!!! Well, the Running Season end is near anyway, not so sure about the apocalypse just yet. Lets celebrate an awesome 2026 running season with your favorite season ending event.
GHOULS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN!!
The Lakefront Discovery Run features fun, with a 15k, a 5k, and a FREE KIDS RUN!. Each distance can be run, walked, skipped, or hopped. There are age group awards as well as for overall winners. MORE IMPORTANTLY, THERE WILL BE AN AWARD FOR BEST COSTUME as voted on by the event volunteers (please dont attempt to bribe the volunteers. Bribe the Race Director, because at the end of the day, it's their call). THOSE IN COSTUME GET FREE BEER!! Also should be noted, THOSE NOT IN COSTUME GET FREE BEER TOO (but no ALL CAPS announcement for them, damnit).
The run begins at Veteran's Park and provides a delightful tour of Milwaukees lakefront. Candy laden aid stations line the course to fuel your run and satisfy your sweet tooth, and MONSTER MILE Markers along the way. Each runner/volunteer receives an event t-shirt (RUNNERS WHO REGISTER AFTER OCT 18TH ARE NOT GUARANTEED A SHIRT), traditional post-race snacks, spooky music (what does that even mean?), and enough candy to make a dentist cringe! We ordered great weather, but just in case, we'll have a heated tent for the post race shenanigans. Come out and celebrate a successful season of running!
15K Map here https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6296352979
5K Map https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6296086501
Please review the Badgerland Striders Race Policies and Guidelines [https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/BadgerlandStriders/Page/ClubPoliciesandGuidelines].
PRE RACE REGISTRATION:
15k: $45 (BLS members receive a $5 discount)
5k: $35 (BLS members receive a $5 discount)
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: AVAILABLE AT VETERAN'S PARK (RACE SHIRT NOT GUARANTEED)
15K: $50 AND 5K: $40
EARLY PACKET PICK UP:
WEDNESDAY OCT 28 from 4PM-7PM at CENTRAL WATERS BREWING TAPROOM
1037 W. Juneau Ave, Milwaukee WI 53233
THURSDAY OCT 29 from 4PM-6:30PM at PERFORMANCE RUNNING OUTFITTERS - BROOKFIELD
2205 N. Calhoun Rd, Brookfield WI 53005
FRIDAY OCT 30 from 4PM-6:30PM at PERFORMANCE RUNNING OUTFITTERS -SHOREWOOD
4533 N. Oakland Ave, Shorewood WI 53211
RACE DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
8:00AM-8:55AM REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK UP/CHECK-IN
8:45AM KIDS COSTUME RUN
9:02 AM NATIONAL ANTHEM SUNG BY SARAH FIEREK OF THE CENTER FOR VETERANS ISSUES (CVI)
9:05AM 15K START (AT THE START/FINISH LINE)
9:15AM 5K START (STARTS ON THE BIKE PATH ALONG THE BREAKWATER)
AWARDS FOR 15K AND 5K:
Overall male and female in each event and age group awards for 1st, 2nd, 3rd in each age group M/F:
14 and under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80 and over.
Best Costume: Female/Male/Group
VOLUNTEERS: WE LOVE VOLUNTEERS! ALL VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE A RACE SHIRT, LOTS OF APPRECIATION, AND MANY THANK YOU'S!
GHOULS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN!!
The Lakefront Discovery Run features fun, with a 15k, a 5k, and a FREE KIDS RUN!. Each distance can be run, walked, skipped, or hopped. There are age group awards as well as for overall winners. MORE IMPORTANTLY, THERE WILL BE AN AWARD FOR BEST COSTUME as voted on by the event volunteers (please dont attempt to bribe the volunteers. Bribe the Race Director, because at the end of the day, it's their call). THOSE IN COSTUME GET FREE BEER!! Also should be noted, THOSE NOT IN COSTUME GET FREE BEER TOO (but no ALL CAPS announcement for them, damnit).
The run begins at Veteran's Park and provides a delightful tour of Milwaukees lakefront. Candy laden aid stations line the course to fuel your run and satisfy your sweet tooth, and MONSTER MILE Markers along the way. Each runner/volunteer receives an event t-shirt (RUNNERS WHO REGISTER AFTER OCT 18TH ARE NOT GUARANTEED A SHIRT), traditional post-race snacks, spooky music (what does that even mean?), and enough candy to make a dentist cringe! We ordered great weather, but just in case, we'll have a heated tent for the post race shenanigans. Come out and celebrate a successful season of running!
15K Map here https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6296352979
5K Map https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6296086501
Please review the Badgerland Striders Race Policies and Guidelines [https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/BadgerlandStriders/Page/ClubPoliciesandGuidelines].
PRE RACE REGISTRATION:
15k: $45 (BLS members receive a $5 discount)
5k: $35 (BLS members receive a $5 discount)
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: AVAILABLE AT VETERAN'S PARK (RACE SHIRT NOT GUARANTEED)
15K: $50 AND 5K: $40
EARLY PACKET PICK UP:
WEDNESDAY OCT 28 from 4PM-7PM at CENTRAL WATERS BREWING TAPROOM
1037 W. Juneau Ave, Milwaukee WI 53233
THURSDAY OCT 29 from 4PM-6:30PM at PERFORMANCE RUNNING OUTFITTERS - BROOKFIELD
2205 N. Calhoun Rd, Brookfield WI 53005
FRIDAY OCT 30 from 4PM-6:30PM at PERFORMANCE RUNNING OUTFITTERS -SHOREWOOD
4533 N. Oakland Ave, Shorewood WI 53211
RACE DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
8:00AM-8:55AM REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK UP/CHECK-IN
8:45AM KIDS COSTUME RUN
9:02 AM NATIONAL ANTHEM SUNG BY SARAH FIEREK OF THE CENTER FOR VETERANS ISSUES (CVI)
9:05AM 15K START (AT THE START/FINISH LINE)
9:15AM 5K START (STARTS ON THE BIKE PATH ALONG THE BREAKWATER)
AWARDS FOR 15K AND 5K:
Overall male and female in each event and age group awards for 1st, 2nd, 3rd in each age group M/F:
14 and under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80 and over.
Best Costume: Female/Male/Group
VOLUNTEERS: WE LOVE VOLUNTEERS! ALL VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE A RACE SHIRT, LOTS OF APPRECIATION, AND MANY THANK YOU'S!
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