
From the Organizer
The annual Paperfest Sunset 5K at Paperfest is a cornerstone event during Paperfest. Start and finish from within the Paperfest grounds and enjoy a route taking you along the Fox River utilizing the new Kimberly trail system. Finisher medals are awarded and $5 to spend on food, beverage or rides at Paperfest. Start and finish from within the Paperfest grounds! The 5K (3.1 mile) course offers a scenic route through the Sunset Park community. Write your name in history and set a course record! Check out the free live music, great food, and more at Paperfest.!
Each 5K participant will receive the following:
CHECK-IN: 5:00PM
5K START: 6:30PM
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
82°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Appleton, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
7,432
as of 2023
Elevation
737 ft
Nearest Airport
ATW
Appleton International Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 94 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 Paperfest Sunset 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
Fox Firecracker 5K
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2026 Terror Twilight Track Meet presented by Appleton West High School
6 miles away
Bike to the Beat with myTEAM TRIUMPH
1 mile 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)
Paperfest Sunset 5K
Jul 17, 2026