Clear for Takeoff 5K
- Date Sat 28th June 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Wausau, Wisconsin
- Price $38.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Clear for Takeoff 5K happening on Saturday, June 28, 2025, in Wausau, Marathon! This vibrant event, in partnership with the Never Forgotten Honor Flight, aims to raise funds to help send our cherished veterans to see their memorials in Washington D.C. Join fellow enthusiasts as you race through the scenic airport grounds and the Southeast Side Neighborhood on a flat and fast course that's perfect for all runners.
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM with awards presented at 9:30 AM for the top male and female participants in various age groups. Participants will receive a race t-shirt, a pancake breakfast coupon, and a runner packet to enhance their experience. With multiple planes on display and military participation, this event promises an unforgettable atmosphere. Don't miss out on this opportunity to support a worthy cause while enjoying a fun-filled day of running! Register by May 30th to guarantee your t-shirt, as the event is capped at 1,000 entries. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, the Clear for Takeoff 5K is sure to take your race day experience to new heights!
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM with awards presented at 9:30 AM for the top male and female participants in various age groups. Participants will receive a race t-shirt, a pancake breakfast coupon, and a runner packet to enhance their experience. With multiple planes on display and military participation, this event promises an unforgettable atmosphere. Don't miss out on this opportunity to support a worthy cause while enjoying a fun-filled day of running! Register by May 30th to guarantee your t-shirt, as the event is capped at 1,000 entries. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, the Clear for Takeoff 5K is sure to take your race day experience to new heights!
Organiser's Description
Join Wausau Events for the 2025 Clear for Takeoff 5K! This year, _WAUSAU EVENTS HAS PARTNERED WITH THE LOCAL NEVER FORGOTTEN HONOR FLIGHT_ to raise funds to send multiple veterans to see their memorials in Washington D.C. - the trip of a lifetime! We are so excited for this partnership!
This year's route will take runners through the airport grounds and Southeast Side Neighborhood. This event will start inside of the Elmwood Blvd. gate, and end inside of the airport grounds. Multiple planes will be on display during the race, along with military participation during the event! More information will be emailed to participants and posted on Facebook with a specific route map as we get closer to the event. Be prepared as the route is flat, fast and scenic!
This race will be timed and each participant will receive a race t-shirt, pancake breakfast coupon and a runner packet!
SCHEDULE:
* 8:00 AM Race Starts - Walkers/Strollers In Back Please. NO "Wheels", bikes, roller blades, scooters, etc. No Dogs Allowed.
* 9:30 AM Awards - There will be awards for the top participants in each age group.
REGISTRATION: $35 pre-race registration! (credit card fees apply). Registration Deadline is _MAY 30TH_ to guarantee a t-shirt! Day-of registration will be $40 and a shirt is not guaranteed. Event will be full at 1,000 entries.
PACKET PICK-UP: There will be no early packet pick-up for this year's event. All packets are available on race morning starting at 7 AM.
COURSE: Runners will run through the airport grounds, part of the Southeast Side Neighborhood and then through the Wings Over Wausau event grounds. Planes will be visible and the route may change between pavement and gravel. Exact map coming soon.
AGE GROUPS: There will be Male & Female Age Groups. Awards will be given to the top overall male and female runners as well as the top 3 finishers in each age group and gender. Awards will be handed out around 9:30 AM. YOUR RACE NUMBER MUST BE CLEARLY VISIBLE IN ORDER TO REGISTER A TIME.
Age Groups Defined:
-19 & under -20-29 -30-39 -40-49 -50-59 -60 and above
PARKING: Parking is limited around the Airport. Please obey all no parking signs on the streets and respect our neighbors for this event.
WEATHER: The race will be ran rain or shine unless there is severe weather. There are no refunds due to race cancellation.
This year's route will take runners through the airport grounds and Southeast Side Neighborhood. This event will start inside of the Elmwood Blvd. gate, and end inside of the airport grounds. Multiple planes will be on display during the race, along with military participation during the event! More information will be emailed to participants and posted on Facebook with a specific route map as we get closer to the event. Be prepared as the route is flat, fast and scenic!
This race will be timed and each participant will receive a race t-shirt, pancake breakfast coupon and a runner packet!
SCHEDULE:
* 8:00 AM Race Starts - Walkers/Strollers In Back Please. NO "Wheels", bikes, roller blades, scooters, etc. No Dogs Allowed.
* 9:30 AM Awards - There will be awards for the top participants in each age group.
REGISTRATION: $35 pre-race registration! (credit card fees apply). Registration Deadline is _MAY 30TH_ to guarantee a t-shirt! Day-of registration will be $40 and a shirt is not guaranteed. Event will be full at 1,000 entries.
PACKET PICK-UP: There will be no early packet pick-up for this year's event. All packets are available on race morning starting at 7 AM.
COURSE: Runners will run through the airport grounds, part of the Southeast Side Neighborhood and then through the Wings Over Wausau event grounds. Planes will be visible and the route may change between pavement and gravel. Exact map coming soon.
AGE GROUPS: There will be Male & Female Age Groups. Awards will be given to the top overall male and female runners as well as the top 3 finishers in each age group and gender. Awards will be handed out around 9:30 AM. YOUR RACE NUMBER MUST BE CLEARLY VISIBLE IN ORDER TO REGISTER A TIME.
Age Groups Defined:
-19 & under -20-29 -30-39 -40-49 -50-59 -60 and above
PARKING: Parking is limited around the Airport. Please obey all no parking signs on the streets and respect our neighbors for this event.
WEATHER: The race will be ran rain or shine unless there is severe weather. There are no refunds due to race cancellation.
Races
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Clear for Takeoff 5K 2025
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th June 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.50
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