America 250 Freedom Run/Walk
America 250 Freedom Run/Walk is a running race on October 10, 2026 in Janesville, WI, with entry fees from $25 to $30.
- Date
- October 10, 2026 (94 days to go)
- Location
- 426 N Jackson St, Janesville, WI
- Price
- $25–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Let's Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary!
The Rock County Historical Society's America 250 Freedom family-friendly 2 Mile Run/Walk, 5K route, and 10K route is a friendly, community event celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States of America. The event will feature a patriotic and presidential theme with historical displays, music, costumes, and activities throughout the historic campus.
Participants can enjoy:
- Time and non-timed run/walk options
- Historic and presidential-themed photo opportunities
- Colonial/Americana music
- Food trucks and refreshments
- Museum and historic site access
- Family activities and educational experiences
- Commemorative race shirts and medals (must register before 9/25/26)
The event also serves as a fundraiser supporting the Rock County Historical Society's preservation and educational mission.
Route Maps
2 Mile: Click HERE
5K: Click HERE
10K: Click HERE
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
65°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Afton - Janesville Wwtp, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Janesville, WI
Population
65,813
as of 2023
City Elevation
941 ft
Nearest Airport
MSN
Dane County Regional Truax Field · 33 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 61 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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94
Days to train
- Race
- America 250 Freedom Run/Walk
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Location
- 426 N Jackson St, Janesville, WI
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
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From Endurance Grid
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America 250 Freedom Run/Walk
Oct 10, 2026