Spring Forward Half Marathon & 10k
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location Madison, Wisconsin
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to spring into action at the Spring Forward Half Marathon & 10k on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in beautiful Madison, Dane! This exciting event offers participants the chance to choose between a challenging half marathon and a new 10k option, making it perfect for both seasoned runners and those looking to kickstart their fitness journey after the Wisconsin winter.
The half marathon features a scenic two-lap course through the picturesque Madison Arboretum, totaling roughly 10k per lap, followed by a final addition in Vilas Park. Meanwhile, the 10k runners will enjoy a single lap of the stunning Arboretum scenery. Whether you're preparing for the Boston Marathon or simply aiming to enjoy a community-focused event, the Spring Forward race promises a fun and encouraging atmosphere. Join fellow athletes, share your estimated pace, and make new friends while enjoying the fresh spring air!
The half marathon features a scenic two-lap course through the picturesque Madison Arboretum, totaling roughly 10k per lap, followed by a final addition in Vilas Park. Meanwhile, the 10k runners will enjoy a single lap of the stunning Arboretum scenery. Whether you're preparing for the Boston Marathon or simply aiming to enjoy a community-focused event, the Spring Forward race promises a fun and encouraging atmosphere. Join fellow athletes, share your estimated pace, and make new friends while enjoying the fresh spring air!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to Ascent Endurance Group's Spring Forward Half Marathon! We are excited to expand our annual early spring half marathon (and new 10k option), thanks in large part to the support of our friends at Badger State Timing. While we're going more formal, we still expect a low-key community event, with a few added pieces to this year's run.
Whether you're looking to tune up for the Boston or another spring marathon, testing your fitness after a Wisconsin winter, get in a workout with others, or just want to knock out your long run before the time change, we're glad to have you joining us! Please let us know your estimated pace so we can help group athletes with similar goals together.
The half marathon course [https://www.runningahead.com/maps/b8703159322c448482c97c8601f270bf?unit=mi&map=roadmap] is 2 laps of Madison Arboretum (roughly 10k per lap), followed by a ~1.1k add on in Vilas Park. The 10k course is one lap of the Arboretum.
Whether you're looking to tune up for the Boston or another spring marathon, testing your fitness after a Wisconsin winter, get in a workout with others, or just want to knock out your long run before the time change, we're glad to have you joining us! Please let us know your estimated pace so we can help group athletes with similar goals together.
The half marathon course [https://www.runningahead.com/maps/b8703159322c448482c97c8601f270bf?unit=mi&map=roadmap] is 2 laps of Madison Arboretum (roughly 10k per lap), followed by a ~1.1k add on in Vilas Park. The 10k course is one lap of the Arboretum.
Races
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Spring Forward Half Marathon
Sat 14th March 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
Free
OPENS 15 JAN 26 -
Spring Forward 10k
Sat 14th March 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
Free
OPENS 14 JAN 26
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1602 Vilas Park Dr., Madison, 53715, WI, United States
Spring Forward Half Marathon & 10k
