
From the Organizer
Join the Grafton Lions Club for the annual 5K Lion Run, a fun and family-friendly community event for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Whether you're racing for a personal best or enjoying a walk with friends and family, the Lion Run is a great way to stay active while supporting a meaningful cause.
Proceeds from the event help the Grafton Lions Club support many organizations that serve the Grafton community and beyond, including Wisconsin Lions Camp, Advocates of Ozaukee, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Ozaukee Family Services, Badger Boys State and Badger Girls State, local college scholarships, Leader Dogs for the Blind, the Wisconsin Eye Bank, Grafton Lions Park, Family Sharing, Portal Industries, 4-H programs, and the Wisconsin Lions Foundation.
Your participation helps make a positive impact in our community.
Run. Walk. Support. Make a difference.
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
81°
Typical Low
62°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Grafton Wwtp, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
12,274
as of 2023
Elevation
754 ft
Nearest Airport
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 26 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Lion Run and Family Fun, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
Berry Big Run for the Kids
3 miles away
LLS Scenic Shore 2026 (Check-in Only)
6 miles away
Mel's Fun Run/Walk
3 miles away
Saukville Scare Halloween Themed 5K Run/Walk
5 miles away
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)
Lion Run and Family Fun
Aug 8, 2026