Okauchee 5k Fun Run/Walk for Blessings in a Backpack powered by Gondola Pizza Pasta Pub

Sunday, July 23, 2023 Past event

11:00 AM CDT

Okauchee, Wisconsin

$27.50 · 1 race

5km

Event summary

Join us for the Okauchee 5K Fun Run/Walk for Blessings in a Backpack on Sunday, July 23, 2023, in the picturesque town of Okauchee, Waukesha! This lively event kicks off at 10 AM from the vibrant Gondola Pizza Pasta Pub and is the perfect way to start your Sunday Funday. Participants will enjoy a scenic route around the beautiful Lower Okauchee Lake streets, accompanied by live music that sets the tone for an unforgettable experience.

This is not just a race; it’s a community celebration! After crossing the finish line at the Gondola Pub, enjoy more live music, delicious pizza, and a complimentary drink ticket. The festivities continue at Smoke on the Water, where the fun keeps rolling! Whether you're running, walking, or bringing your furry friend along, the 2nd Annual Okauchee Fun Run/Walk is all about camaraderie and support. By participating, you’ll be contributing to a great cause, as all proceeds benefit Blessings in a Backpack, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing food for Waukesha County kids facing food insecurity. Don't forget, register before July 12 to guarantee your t-shirt! Join us in making a difference

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Jul 21, 2024

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5k Fun Run/Walk

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

11:00 AM CDT

$27.50

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Organiser's description

START YOUR SUNDAY FUNDAY WITH A 5K RUN/WALK STARTING AT THE GONDOLA PIZZA PASTA PUB IN DOWNTOWN OKAUCHEE ON JULY 21 AT 10 AM. There will be live music as you start your trek around the scenic Lower Okauchee Lake streets. The race ends at the Gondola Pub with more live music, pizza and a free drink ticket. The party continues at Smoke on the Water with more music and fun!

THE DAY IS MORE FUN THAN RUN AND MORE TALK THAN WALK SO GRAB YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS OR PUP AND JOIN THE 2ND ANNUAL OKAUCHEE FUN RUN/WALK FOR BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK.

T-SHIRTS GUARANTEED FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER BEFORE JULY 12 SO SIGN UP EARLY!

ALL PROCEEDS GO TO BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK, A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT PROVIDES MUCH-NEEDED FOOD FOR WAUKESHA COUNTY KIDS WHO NEED IT ON THE WEEKENDS. FOOD INSECURITY IS AN UNFORTUNATE REALITY FOR THOUSANDS OF KIDS IN OUR AREA. FOR JUST $5 PER WEEK/$175 PER YEAR, WE CAN FEED ONE CHILD, HELPING THEM STAY NOURISHED AND BUILD CONFIDENCE. PLEASE JOIN US IN HELPING TO FEED 50 AREA CHILDREN IN 2024!