Run Wild Quarter Marathon, 5K and Kids Fun Run plus Virtual option
- Date Sat 11th October 2025
- Time 9:30AM EST
- Location Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
- Price $12.00 - $33.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and fun at the Run Wild Quarter Marathon, 5K, and Kids Fun Run on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in the stunning Potawatomi State Park, Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wisconsin! Celebrating 36 years of this cherished event, participants can look forward to a scenic course featuring tree-lined park roads that are closed to traffic, making for a safe and enjoyable running experience. Take on the challenge of the quarter marathon or opt for the 5K—both races kick off at 9:30 a.m. sharp!
For the little ones, a delightful 1/3 mile Smokey Bear run will be held around 10:30 a.m., perfect for ages 2-10. And if you can’t make it to the live event, don’t worry! A virtual option is available, allowing you to join in on the fun from anywhere while still receiving a stylish long sleeve Run Wild T-shirt. All proceeds from this event support the Friends of Potawatomi State Park, so come out, run your hearts out, and enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery while making a positive impact. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event—mark your calendars
For the little ones, a delightful 1/3 mile Smokey Bear run will be held around 10:30 a.m., perfect for ages 2-10. And if you can’t make it to the live event, don’t worry! A virtual option is available, allowing you to join in on the fun from anywhere while still receiving a stylish long sleeve Run Wild T-shirt. All proceeds from this event support the Friends of Potawatomi State Park, so come out, run your hearts out, and enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery while making a positive impact. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event—mark your calendars
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 10th 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 21st. If you register after September 21st you are not guaranteed a T--shirt but we order extras and may have enough for all.
Pre-registration fees go up on 9-22-2024. Online registration closes at midnight on 10-6-2024. 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 11th, 2025. 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 10th 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 21st. If you register after September 21st you are not guaranteed a T--shirt but we order extras and may have enough for all.
Pre-registration fees go up on 9-22-2024. Online registration closes at midnight on 10-6-2024. 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 11th, 2025. 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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