Run for Their Lives 5k

Friday, May 22 – Saturday, May 30, 2026 Past event

8:30 AM CDT

Wausau, Wisconsin

$27.50–$32.80 · 2 races

5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting and heartwarming experience at the Run for Their Lives 5K, taking place from May 22nd to May 30th, 2026, in the beautiful city of Wausau, Marathon County. This family-friendly event invites participants of all ages to lace up their running shoes in support of the Humane Society of Marathon County. Whether you choose to join the fun in-person with chip-timing available for runners crossing the starting line between 8:30 and 9:00 am, or opt for the virtual experience, there’s something for everyone.

In-person participants will have the chance to receive awards on race day, while virtual runners can compete for medals by submitting their route and time verification by the evening of May 29th. Plus, don’t forget to bring your favorite four-legged friend along for the adventure! Join us in this uplifting event that not only promotes fitness and community spirit but also supports a great cause. Mark your calendar and get ready to run for a purpose!

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Races

In-Person 5k Run/Walk

Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

Drive up t-shirt & packet pick up is available Friday May 29th from 2-6pm at Immanuel Baptist Church (East parking lot) Walk up t-shirt & packet pick up will be available at Immanuel Baptist Church (East parking lot) race day from 7:30-8:30am. If registered before May 21st participants may choose to have their t-shirts & packets mailed to them.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 (8:30 AM CDT)

$32.80

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Virtual 5k Run/Walk
Virtual

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

T-shirt & packet pick up is available Thursday May 21st from 2-6pm at the Humane Society of Marathon County (HSMC). Please Note: picking up t-shirts after Thursday May 21st will be limited to the normal business hours of HSMC. *Packages will be sent Thursday May 21st to those participants that choose the mailing option. Run/Walk anywhere & anytime that works for you prior to Saturday May 30th! To be eligible for a medal, upload your time and route by 11:59pm on Friday May 29th.

Friday, May 22, 2026 (8:30 AM CDT)

$27.50

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Organiser's description

Bring the whole family out, or encourage the office to get out in support the Humane Society of Marathon County! Choose to participate _IN-PERSON_ or _VIRTUALLY_. The _in-person_ option provides chip-timing for participants that cross the starting line between 8:30 - 9:00am. Virtual participants that would like to compete for a medal, will be asked to upload their customer route & time verification by Friday evening May 29th 11:59pm. Awards will be available at the event to _in-person_ participants on race day and mailed the following week to _virtual_ participants. As always, we encourage you to bring your favorite four legged friend out with you!