The Grant Heffelfinger Memorial Big Gay 5K
- Date Sun 27th September 2026
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant and inspiring Grant Heffelfinger Memorial Big Gay 5K on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Veterans Park in Milwaukee! Starting at 10:00 AM, this annual run/walk celebrates community, inclusivity, and the memory of Grant Heffelfinger. The event, officially sanctioned by USA Track & Field, invites participants of all ages and abilities to experience a joyful atmosphere while supporting a great cause.
Registration opens at 9:00 AM, with early bird pricing available until August 22nd for just $35. General registration remains open until race day at $45. Gather your friends and family to form a team—four or more participants can save on registration fees! Don't miss out on this colorful celebration of pride and community spirit. Get ready to lace up your running shoes and make unforgettable memories at Milwaukee's most fabulous 5K!
Registration opens at 9:00 AM, with early bird pricing available until August 22nd for just $35. General registration remains open until race day at $45. Gather your friends and family to form a team—four or more participants can save on registration fees! Don't miss out on this colorful celebration of pride and community spirit. Get ready to lace up your running shoes and make unforgettable memories at Milwaukee's most fabulous 5K!
Organiser's Description
In memory of Grant Heffelfinger, Milwaukee Gay Sports Network is honored to host our annual Big Gay 5K Run/Walk.
Milwaukee Gay Sports Network is honored to partner with the Heffelfinger Family to host our annual 5K Run/Walk! In memory of Grant Heffelfinger, the event will be held on September 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Veterans Park.
Once again, we will be officially Sanctioned by USA Track & Field.
Registration will open at 9:00 AM with the run starting at 10:00 AM.
Early registration - Saturday, August 22nd, $35*
General registration - through race day by 9:00 AM, $45**
Get a team together and save (4 or more needed)
*T-shirts for early bird registration runners will be ready to pick up at registration the day of the event in the size indicated online.
**T-shirts are not guaranteed after early bird registration
Dont miss Milwaukees most colorful run/walk The Grant Heffelfinger Memorial Big Gay 5K.
Milwaukee Gay Sports Network is honored to partner with the Heffelfinger Family to host our annual 5K Run/Walk! In memory of Grant Heffelfinger, the event will be held on September 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Veterans Park.
Once again, we will be officially Sanctioned by USA Track & Field.
Registration will open at 9:00 AM with the run starting at 10:00 AM.
Early registration - Saturday, August 22nd, $35*
General registration - through race day by 9:00 AM, $45**
Get a team together and save (4 or more needed)
*T-shirts for early bird registration runners will be ready to pick up at registration the day of the event in the size indicated online.
**T-shirts are not guaranteed after early bird registration
Dont miss Milwaukees most colorful run/walk The Grant Heffelfinger Memorial Big Gay 5K.
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th September 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$38.10
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Veterans Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, 53202, WI, United States
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