Red Tutu Trot 2026
- Date
- October 11, 2026
- Location
- 801 Walnut Street, Madison, WI
- Distance
- STUDENT IN-PERSON RUN · STUDENT VIRTUAL RUN · PUBLIC IN-PERSON RUN & more
From the Organizer
Support a cause close to our hearts and show off your Badger spirit! Cardiac on Campus presents its hybrid Red Tutu Trot 5k, a run/walk that takes place in Madison on October 5th or wherever is most convenient to you. All proceeds from the race will be used to host free CPR/AED certification classes in the Madison community, place AEDs in UW-Madison campus buildings, and host free ECG screening drives. The Red Tutu Trot is the perfect event for students, families, and all Badger fans. Join us to raise awareness for cardiac health!
Get an Official Red Tutu Trot 2026 Shirt!
We are offering participants the option to purchase our official Red Tutu Trot 2025 T-Shirt as a fundraising item. Get an official Red Tutu Trot T-Shirt featuring this year's exclusive design and help us save lives at the same time! You can buy one for yourself, your friends, or anyone who runs the race with you! You can pre-order until September 1st, and there will be a limited quantity available for $25 at the registration table.
Our History
Cardiac on Campus was founded in 2016 after the untimely passing of Jon Derynda, a 20-year-old UW-Oshkosh student. His sister, Brittany, and cousin, Jessica Miller, were students at UW-Madison at the time. They wanted to intentionally reach out to younger individuals who do not normally view themselves as at-risk for sudden cardiac arrest. We started small and quickly grew, offering free CPR certification courses, placing AEDs in dorm buildings, and establishing the Red Tutu Trot. Seven years later, we have placed 11 AEDs, performed over 973 ECG screenings, detecting 37 abnormal rhythms, and certified over 2,100 people in CPR.
Racing Towards a Safer Community
For 90% of its victims, sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is fatal. Increasing bystander CPR and AED knowledge while also offering preventive care, like electrocardiogram (EKG) screenings, is our best solution for lowering this grim statistic. Help Cardiac on Campus raise money for our initiatives and awareness about SCA! Thank you for your time and support!
Donations
Unable to participate in the Red Tutu Trot? You can still donate to our cause with the donation button above or at www.cardiaconcampus.com/donate.html.
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
63°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Uw Arboretum - Madison, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Madison, WI
Population
275,568
as of 2023
Elevation
871 ft
Nearest Airport
MSN
Dane County Regional Truax Field · 6 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 77 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Red Tutu Trot 2026, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Red Tutu Trot 2026?
- Red Tutu Trot 2026 is a running race held in Madison, Wisconsin on October 11, 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 Red Tutu Trot 2026?
- Sunday, October 11, 2026 in Madison, Wisconsin at 801 Walnut Street, Madison, WI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Red Tutu Trot 2026?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Red Tutu Trot 2026
Oct 11, 2026