Run Wild Quarter Marathon, 5K and Kids Fun Run plus Virtual option
- Date Sat 11th October 2025
- Location Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
- Price $12.00 - $33.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of running at the Run Wild Quarter Marathon, 5K, and Kids Fun Run, taking place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in the picturesque Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wisconsin! Celebrate 36 years of this beloved event with a scenic run through Potawatomi State Park, where you’ll experience the beauty of autumn foliage along tree-lined roads closed to traffic. Challenge yourself with the quarter marathon, or join in the fun with the 5K or the exciting 1/3 mile Smokey Bear run for kids aged 2-10, all set to kick off at 9:30 a.m.
Participants can also choose the virtual option, ensuring everyone can join in the fun and receive a stylish long sleeve Run Wild t-shirt. With awards for the top three finishers in each 10-year age division and all proceeds supporting the Friends of Potawatomi State Park, this event not only promotes health and fitness but also contributes to the local community. Don’t miss this vibrant and engaging celebration of running in one of Wisconsin’s most beautiful parks!
Participants can also choose the virtual option, ensuring everyone can join in the fun and receive a stylish long sleeve Run Wild t-shirt. With awards for the top three finishers in each 10-year age division and all proceeds supporting the Friends of Potawatomi State Park, this event not only promotes health and fitness but also contributes to the local community. Don’t miss this vibrant and engaging celebration of running in one of Wisconsin’s most beautiful parks!
Organiser's Description
AWESOME AUTUMN RUN IN BEAUTIFUL POTAWATOMI STATE PARK, DOOR COUNTY, WI CELEBRATING 36 YEARS OF RUN WILD.
Take the challenge and run up tower hill in the featured quarter marathon race. Both the 5K and quarter marathon 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. If you are unable to make it to the live event you can sign up for the virtual option and still receive the long sleeve Run Wild T-shirt. Virtual option times are not considered for awards. T-shirts can be picked up at packet pick-up or at the Park office during office hours or can be mailed after the race. 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 11th 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 23rd. If you register after September 23rd you are not guaranteed a T--shirt but we order extras and may have enough for all.
Pre-registration fees go up on 9-24-2024. Online registration closes at midnight on 10-7-2024. You can still register in person at packet pick-up or the day of the run at the event.
Quarter Marathon and 5K both have a gun start promptly at 9:30 a.m. October 12th, 2024. 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.
Run Wild is part of the Run the Door running series. See runthedoor.com for more info.
Go to runwild.org for more information
For questions please use our email address: [email protected]
Take the challenge and run up tower hill in the featured quarter marathon race. Both the 5K and quarter marathon 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. If you are unable to make it to the live event you can sign up for the virtual option and still receive the long sleeve Run Wild T-shirt. Virtual option times are not considered for awards. T-shirts can be picked up at packet pick-up or at the Park office during office hours or can be mailed after the race. 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 11th 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 23rd. If you register after September 23rd you are not guaranteed a T--shirt but we order extras and may have enough for all.
Pre-registration fees go up on 9-24-2024. Online registration closes at midnight on 10-7-2024. You can still register in person at packet pick-up or the day of the run at the event.
Quarter Marathon and 5K both have a gun start promptly at 9:30 a.m. October 12th, 2024. 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.
Run Wild is part of the Run the Door running series. See runthedoor.com for more info.
Go to runwild.org for more information
For questions please use our email address: [email protected]
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.00 Fee & Run Wild Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$33.00
OPENS SOONThis is a walking or running event. -
Quarter Marathon
Incl. $3.00 Fee & Run Wild Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$33.00
OPENS SOON -
Smokey Bear 1/3 Mile Run
Incl. $2.00 Fee & Child Size Short Sleeve Medium T-Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (10:30AM EDT)
$12.00
OPENS SOON -
Virtual 5K or Quarter Marathon
Incl. $3.00 Fee & Run Wild Long Sleeve T-Shirt
$33.00
OPENS SOON
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