The River Run

  • Date Sat 10th October 2026
  • Time 9:00AM CDT
  • Location Amherst, Wisconsin
  • Price $6.30 - $43.40
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and fitness at The River Run on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, in beautiful Amherst, Portage! This annual fundraiser features two fantastic race options: a timed 5-Mile Course and an untimed 2-Mile Course, making it perfect for runners and walkers of all abilities. Both courses begin and end at the popular Central Waters Brewing Co., showcasing the charm of downtown Amherst and the scenic Tomorrow River Trail.

Participants can look forward to a commemorative t-shirt and a unique can of River Run beer to celebrate their achievement. Plus, don’t miss the chance to purchase a limited-edition bottle of Central Waters Black Gold! For the little ones, the Kids Falcon Fun Run offers an exciting 1/2 K race for ages 5 through 10, ensuring a fun-filled day for the entire family. Registration opens on April 1st, so mark your calendars and join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community supportβ€”all while benefiting the Jensen Community Center. Don’t wait, pre-register now to guarantee your spot and your t-shirt!

Organiser's Description

Join us on Saturday, October 10th, 2026 for our annual fundraiser that includes both a 5-Mile Course (timed) and a 2-Mile Course (untimed). All funds raised directly benefit the Jensen Community Center in Amherst, Wisconsin. We welcome runners and walkers of all abilities to join us for a fun run that showcases the heart of Amherst.

Registration entitles participants on race day to a commemorative t-shirt, a commemorative can of River Run beer to take with you home, and the option to purchase a bottle of the limited and highly sought-after Central Waters Black Gold. Pre-registration is required. While same-day registrations are accepted, there is an additional fee and those registrants are NOT guaranteed a t-shirt.

THE RIVER RUN 5-MILE COURSE: This takes off and concludes at Central Waters Brewing Co. It is comprised of a winding course through the heart of our downtown as well as a limestone-chipped segment of the Tomorrow River Trail. You will run along the Tomorrow River before heading back toward the brewery. The course is NOT closed to traffic, so runners and walkers must be alert and aware of vehicles.

THE RIVER RUN 2-MILE COURSE: This takes off and concludes at Central Waters Brewing Co. It is comprised of a small tour through our downtown, while crossing over the Tomorrow River. The course is NOT closed to traffic, so runners and walkers must be alert and aware of vehicles.

KIDS FALCON FUN RUN: This is held in conjunction with the annual River Run, to help fund the Jensen Community Center. The Falcon Fun Run is a 1/2 K race that starts and ends at Central Waters Brewing Co in Amherst. THE RACE IS LIMITED TO KIDS AGES 5 THROUGH 10 YEARS OLD and is a small fee to enter. All Falcon Fun Run participants will receive a SPECIAL PRIZE. Registration OPENS April 1st, so have mom or dad sign you up when they do! There are no registrations the day of the race.

Races

  • 5-Mile Distance

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & Long Sleeved T-Shirt

    Sat 10th October 2026 (10:00AM CDT)

    $43.40

    Age group awards for top three in each age bracket, according to M/F groupings.
  • 2-Mile Distance

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & Long Sleeved T-Shirt

    Sat 10th October 2026 (10:10AM CDT)

    $43.40

    This is an untimed event that starts after the 5 mile course participants leave the start area.
  • The Falcon Fun Run 1/2 K

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & Goodie Bag!

    Sat 10th October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)

    $6.30

    Join us for the Falcon Fun Run held in conjunction with the annual River Run, to help fund the Jensen Community Center. The Falcon Fun Run is a 1/2 K race that starts and ends at Central Waters Brewing Co in Amherst. The race is limited to kids ages 5-10 and a small fee to enter. All Falcon Fun Run participants will receive a special prize. Registration starts May 1st, so have mom or dad sign you up when they do! There are no registrations the day of the race.

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Location

Central Waters Brewing Co., 351 Allen St., Amherst, 54406, WI, United States

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