Run Wild 5K, 10K and Smokey Bear Kids Fun Run

  • Date Thu 1st October 2026 - Sat 10th October 2026
  • Time 9:30AM CDT
  • Location Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
  • Price $17.50 - $49.50
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for the exhilarating Run Wild event, taking place from October 1st to October 10th, 2026, in the stunning Potawatomi State Park, located in Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wisconsin. This annual celebration marks the 37th year of the Run Wild event, featuring both a 5K and a challenging 10K race that winds through beautiful, tree-lined park roads, all closed to traffic. Runners will have the chance to conquer the iconic tower hill in the 10K, while the younger participants can enjoy the Smokey Bear Kids Fun Run, a delightful 1/3 mile race for children ages 2-10, scheduled for approximately 10:30 a.m. on October 10th.

With a gun start at 9:30 a.m. for both the 5K and 10K races, participants are encouraged to arrive by 8:30 a.m. to ensure a smooth experience. The park entrance fee is waived until 11:00 a.m. on race day, making it easy for everyone to join in the fun. Awards will be presented to the top three finishers in each 10-year age division, and all proceeds support the Friends of

Organiser's Description

AWESOME AUTUMN RUN IN BEAUTIFUL POTAWATOMI STATE PARK, DOOR COUNTY, WI CELEBRATING 37 YEARS OF RUN WILD.

Take the challenge and run up tower hill in the featured 10K race. Both the 5K and 10K are run on tree-lined park roads closed to traffic in scenic Potawatomi State Park. Park entrance fee is waived on the day of the race until 11:00 a.m. T-shirts can be picked up at packet pick-up. All proceeds raised go to support the Friends of Potawatomi State Park projects in the park.

Awards to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each 10-year age division. Awards will not be mailed, must be picked up on the day of the race. There will be a gun start and chip timed finish. Packet pick-up is at Bay Shore Outfitters, 59 N. Madison Ave. in Sturgeon Bay on Friday, October 9th from 2-6 PM or day of starting at 7:30 a.m. at the event. Long sleeve T-shirts are guaranteed for all registrations received by September 19th. If you register after September 19th you are not guaranteed a T--shirt but we order extras and may have enough for all.

Pre-registration fees go up on September 20th, 2026. Online registration closes at 9:00PM on October 7th, 2026. You can still register in person at packet pick-up or the day of the run at the event.

The 5K and 10K races both have a gun start promptly at 9:30 a.m. October 10th, 2026. A 1/3 mile Smokey Bear run will be held at approximately 10:30 for ages 2-10. Please wear your bib in front and keep visible for our timers and volunteers at intersections. If you need to change events, we need to know ASAP as results are greatly affected.

We have road closures at 9:15 a.m. In order to make it to the starting line on time, PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE PARK BY 8:30 A.M.

For the safety of runners and volunteers, THIS IS A NO PET EVENT. Thank you for your understanding.

Run Wild is part of the Run Door County running series. See rundoorcounty.com for more info.

Go to runwild.org for more information.

For questions please use our email address: runwilddirector@gmail.com

Races

  • 5K Run

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & Run Wild Shirt

    Sat 10th October 2026 (9:30AM CDT)

    $38.50

    OPENS 15 APR
    This is a walking or running event.
  • 10K Run

    Incl. $4.50 Fee & Run Wild Shirt

    Sat 10th October 2026 (9:30AM CDT)

    $49.50

    OPENS 15 APR
    This is a walking or running event.
  • Smokey Bear 1/3 Mile Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & Child Size Shirt

    Sat 10th October 2026 (10:30AM CDT)

    $17.50

    OPENS 15 APR
  • 5K Virtual Race

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    $38.50

    OPENS 15 APR
  • 10K Virtual Race

    Incl. $4.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    $49.50

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Location

Potawatomi State Park (Door County), 3740 Park Drive, Sturgeon Bay, 54235, WI, United States

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