Taste of Portage Half Marathon and 5K
- Date Sat 23rd August 2025
- Time 7:15AM CDT
- Location Portage, Wisconsin
- Price $44.75 - $82.03
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the Taste of Portage Half Marathon and 5K on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in the picturesque city of Portage, Wisconsin! This vibrant event takes participants on a scenic journey through the charming community, showcasing lush parks and the stunning paved Levee path along the Wisconsin River. Whether you're tackling the challenging half marathon or enjoying a more leisurely 5K, runners of all levels are invited to join in the fun.
The festivities extend beyond the race itself, as the Taste of Portage market fair fills downtown with excitement, live music, and delicious food options for the whole family. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievements at the lively post-race block party, complete with awards, entertainment for kids, and a classic car show. With ample parking and facilities at the Columbia County Administration Building, this event promises a fantastic day out for everyone. Don't miss your chance to be part of this incredible community celebration!
The festivities extend beyond the race itself, as the Taste of Portage market fair fills downtown with excitement, live music, and delicious food options for the whole family. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievements at the lively post-race block party, complete with awards, entertainment for kids, and a classic car show. With ample parking and facilities at the Columbia County Administration Building, this event promises a fantastic day out for everyone. Don't miss your chance to be part of this incredible community celebration!
Organiser's Description
Taste of Portage Half Marathon will take you on a beautiful run through Portage, Wisconsin.
Taste of Portage Half Marathon will be a course with lots of variety as you make your way past several of our community parks and the paved Levee path on the Wisconsin River. We will have cool swag, medals, and a huge downtown post-race block party/awards ceremony! See you in August!
Bring your whole family and enjoy the race as part of our annual Taste of Portage Market Fair in downtown for the weekend. Friday night packets can be picked up at the event and you can stay to enjoy some live music and food. After the race on Saturday, you and your family can enjoy the downtown party with live music, kids entertainment, a classic car show, sidewalk sales and specials in our businesses and of course lots of food and cold beverages to enjoy!
The Taste of Portage Half Marathon & 5K will start and finish in downtown Portage at the Columbia County Administration Building, located at 112 Edgewater Street, Portage, WI 53901. There will be plenty of parking here and portable bathrooms to use. Event photos are encouraged!
NEED LODGING?
The Portage Best Western Resort Hotel & Conference Center (2701 South County Highway CX, Portage) is offering a special group rate for those staying over and who are in town for the Taste of Portage Half Marathon. To reserve a room at this special rate call 608-742-2200. (Ask for the Taste of Portage Marathon Room Rate). The Best Western has recently been renovated, offers an indoor heated pool and a complimentary HOT breakfast.
COURSE ROUTES -
5K Course Map and Half Marathon Course Maps (subject to change) will be posted on our website at www.portagewi.com [https://www.portagewi.com] as the event gets closer.
Course Map Half Marathon [https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/374/File/halfmarathonroute.jpg]
Course Map 5K [https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/374/File/5kroute2025.jpg]
Taste of Portage Half Marathon will be a course with lots of variety as you make your way past several of our community parks and the paved Levee path on the Wisconsin River. We will have cool swag, medals, and a huge downtown post-race block party/awards ceremony! See you in August!
Bring your whole family and enjoy the race as part of our annual Taste of Portage Market Fair in downtown for the weekend. Friday night packets can be picked up at the event and you can stay to enjoy some live music and food. After the race on Saturday, you and your family can enjoy the downtown party with live music, kids entertainment, a classic car show, sidewalk sales and specials in our businesses and of course lots of food and cold beverages to enjoy!
The Taste of Portage Half Marathon & 5K will start and finish in downtown Portage at the Columbia County Administration Building, located at 112 Edgewater Street, Portage, WI 53901. There will be plenty of parking here and portable bathrooms to use. Event photos are encouraged!
NEED LODGING?
The Portage Best Western Resort Hotel & Conference Center (2701 South County Highway CX, Portage) is offering a special group rate for those staying over and who are in town for the Taste of Portage Half Marathon. To reserve a room at this special rate call 608-742-2200. (Ask for the Taste of Portage Marathon Room Rate). The Best Western has recently been renovated, offers an indoor heated pool and a complimentary HOT breakfast.
COURSE ROUTES -
5K Course Map and Half Marathon Course Maps (subject to change) will be posted on our website at www.portagewi.com [https://www.portagewi.com] as the event gets closer.
Course Map Half Marathon [https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/374/File/halfmarathonroute.jpg]
Course Map 5K [https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/374/File/5kroute2025.jpg]
Races
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Taste of Portage Half Marathon
Incl. $7.03 Fee & Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 23rd August 2025 (7:15AM CDT)
$82.03
CLOSED -
Taste of Portage 5K
Incl. $4.75 Fee & Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 23rd August 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$44.75
CLOSED
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