Marathon Fun Days 5k Fun Run/Walk 2026 is a running race on September 5, 2026 in Marathon, WI, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
We are excited to be hosting the first annual 5k fun run/walk supporting Veteran Suicide Prevention Awareness! The course will be a loop route and consist of minimal road running, scenic trail running through the woods, and a nice finish through the new sports complex. Registrants will receive a $5 food/drink voucher to be used at the American Legion Auxiliary concession stand and a t-shirt (t-shirt cutoff will be 14 August). This will NOT be a chip timed event.
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
74°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wausau Dwtn Ap, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
CWA
Central Wisconsin Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Marathon Fun Days 5k Fun Run/Walk 2026
Sep 5, 2026