Run Wild 5K, 10K and Smokey Bear Kids Fun Run
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run · 10K Run · Smokey Bear 1/3 mile run & more
From the Organizer
Awesome Autumn run in beautiful Potawatomi State Park, Door County, WI Celebrating 37 years of Run Wild.
Take the challenge and run up tower hill in the featured 10K race. Both the 5K and 10K are run on tree-lined park roads closed to traffic in scenic Potawatomi State Park. Park entrance fee is waived on the day of the race until 11:00 a.m. T-shirts can be picked up at packet pick-up. All proceeds raised go to support the Friends of Potawatomi State Park projects in the park.
Awards to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each 10-year age division. Awards will not be mailed, must be picked up on the day of the race. There will be a gun start and chip timed finish. Packet pick-up is at Bay Shore Outfitters, 59 N. Madison Ave. in Sturgeon Bay on Friday, October 9th from 2-6 PM or day of starting at 7:30 a.m. at the event. Long sleeve T-shirts are guaranteed for all registrations received by September 19th. If you register after September 19th you are not guaranteed a T--shirt but we order extras and may have enough for all.
Pre-registration fees go up on September 20th, 2026. Online registration closes at 9:00PM on October 7th, 2026. You can still register in person at packet pick-up or the day of the run at the event.
The 5K and 10K races both have a gun start promptly at 9:30 a.m. October 10th, 2026. A 1/3 mile Smokey Bear run will be held at approximately 10:30 for ages 2-10. Please wear your bib in front and keep visible for our timers and volunteers at intersections. If you need to change events, we need to know ASAP as results are greatly affected.
We have road closures at 9:15 a.m. In order to make it to the starting line on time, please arrive at the park by 8:30 a.m.
For the safety of runners and volunteers, this is a NO PET event. Thank you for your understanding.
Run Wild is part of the Run Door County running series. See rundoorcounty.com for more info.
Go to runwild.org for more information.
For questions please use our email address: runwilddirector@gmail.com
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
59°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Sturgeon Bay Exp Farm, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Sturgeon Bay, WI
Population
9,702
as of 2023
Elevation
635 ft
Nearest Airport
GRB
Austin Straubel International Airport · 45 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 134 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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Days to train
- Race
- Run Wild 5K, 10K and Smokey Bear Kids Fun Run
- Date
- October 10, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run Wild 5K, 10K and Smokey Bear Kids Fun Run?
- Run Wild 5K, 10K and Smokey Bear Kids Fun Run is a running race held in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin on October 10, 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 Run Wild 5K, 10K and Smokey Bear Kids Fun Run?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin at Potawatomi State Park (Door County), Sturgeon Bay, WI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run Wild 5K, 10K and Smokey Bear Kids Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run Wild 5K, 10K and Smokey Bear Kids Fun Run
Oct 10, 2026