
From the Organizer
Join Fleet Feet for our official 3-part training run series along the 5K and 10K routes of the Community First Fox Cities Marathon! This series features three Thursday evening group run/walks, with routes that vary slightly and progressively build in distance each week.
Each time you attend, you’ll be entered into a raffle to win Brooks swag! You can earn up to three entries (one per session), and MULTIPLE prize packages will be given away!
That’s not all - attend at least 2 out of the 3 sessions and you’ll receive a FREE event shirt just for being part of the fun.
All paces and experience levels are welcome, and this event is completely FREE and open to the community.
📍 Location: All runs start and finish at Riverside Park in Neenah. Maps and course markings will be provided.
📅 Training Series Dates:
Thursday, August 27: 1.5, 3, and 4 mile options
Thursday, September 3: 2, 3, and 5 mile options
Thursday, September 10: 2, 3.1, and 6.2 mile options
Sign up, invite a friend, and come enjoy the series - because the more, the merrier!
You do not need to be registered for a Community First Fox Cities Marathon event to participate. However, race registration will be available on-site if you decide to sign up.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
78°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Appleton, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
750 ft
Nearest Airport
ATW
Appleton International Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 90 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2026 Fox Cities 5K & 10K Training Run Series presented by Fleet Feet, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
2026 Fox Cities 5K & 10K Training Run Series presented by Fleet Feet
Aug 27, 2026