2026 UWSP Homecoming 5k Run/Walk is a running race on October 10, 2026 in Stevens Point, WI, with an entry fee of $20.
From the Organizer
The UWSP Homecoming 5k is BACK for another year! This event is being hosted by the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point Doctor of Physical Therapy Students (Registered UWSP Student Organization), partnered with the UWSP Homecoming Committee. Join us on a scenic race, routing through Schmeeckle Reserve in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. Run the 5K competitively or walk at your own pace and enjoy the outdoors. Proceeds from this event will help our students seek professional development and service opportunities in the local community and nationwide. Students in the DPT program have attended nationwide academic conferences, received thousands in scholarships, received specialized training, and more thanks to your support of this event. This 5K also brings Pointer Pride during the 2026 Homecoming Week to welcome UWSP students and alumni, family, faculty, and community members to show support for our beloved city! After completion of the race, visit our local sponsor tables at the race start/finish line (also active before race), partake in Homecoming festivities (https://www.uwsp.edu/student-homecoming-events/), and cheer on the UWSP Football Team at Goerke Field, with kickoff at 1:00pm as they take on the UW-Stout Blue Devils for the Homecoming Game. Donations accepted online and at event. In the event of race cancellation there is a no refund policy.
*The race will start and finish at the Parkway Shelter in Schmeeckle Reserve, the same location as last year. See Main Menu for location and other event details. Please note that Schmeeckle Reserve does NOT allow dogs on the grounds, so please leave all furry friends at home.
Day of Event Itinerary (Saturday, October 10th, 2026)
Registration Booth Opens & Social: 8:00am
National Anthem & Race Start: 9:00am
Social: As participants finish
Race & Social Ends: 10:30am
With each participant registration, you will receive a free shirt (if registered before 11:59pm CST, Friday, September 18th, 2026) when you check in prior to the race on October 10th, 2026. Please include the size of the shirt you would like when you register. Volunteers may choose to purchase a shirt when they sign up. Shirts will also be available for purchase for participants and volunteers at the event for a price of $20.00 (limited quantity).
Contact us
Email: doctor.of.physical.therapy.students@uwsp.edu
Office Phone: (715) 346-2200
UWSP DPT Student Organization
2001 Fourth Avenue
Science Bldg RM B150
Stevens Point, WI 54481
United States
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
60°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Stevens Pt, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
1,071 ft
Nearest Airport
CWA
Central Wisconsin Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 137 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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2026 UWSP Homecoming 5k Run/Walk
Oct 10, 2026