From the Organizer
Join the Town of Wausau Fire Department for their fourth annual 5k! Help support a volunteer fire department while also having fun with your friends and family. Register online or in person the day of. Register by 9-4-26 to be guaranteed a shirt. In person registration goes from 9am-930am. Race is at 10am. Kids race is to follow approximately 11:30am. After the 5k, race participants receive a beverage of their choosing!
Pet friendly but must be on a leash.
Come support a good cause!
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
68°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wausau Dwtn Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wausau, WI
Population
6,134
as of 2023
Elevation
1,170 ft
Nearest Airport
CWA
Central Wisconsin Airport · 11 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Your Next Start Line
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Waiting For?
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Fire House 5k?
- Fire House 5k is a running race held in Wausau, Wisconsin on September 20, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Fire House 5k?
- Sunday, September 20, 2026 in Wausau, Wisconsin at 161484 Co Rd Z, Wausau, WI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Fire House 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Fire House 5k
Sep 20, 2026