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Running of the Beef 5K 3K

Running of the Beef 5K 3K is a running race on August 15, 2026 in Whitehall, WI, with an entry fee of $20.

Date
August 15, 2026 (23 days to go)
Price
$20
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Tri-County Memorial Foundation was founded as a not-for-profit organization to originate fund raising projects and programs whose ultimate goal is to enhance care and promote the well-being of patients in our communities for Gundersen Tri-County Hospital and Clinics, where caring meets excellence.

Mission:
We will distinguish ourselves through excellence in patient care, education, and improved health in the communities we serve.

Vision:
We will enhance the health and well-being of our communities while enriching every life we touch, including  patients, families, and staff

Events

5K Run (chip timed)$20
3K Run/Fitness Walk (not timed, no bibs)$20

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

80°

Typical Low

57°

Chance of Rain

31%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Blair, 7 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:08 AMSunset 8:10 PMDaylight 14h 2m

Host City

About Whitehall, WI

Nearest Airport

EAU

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport · 35 mi

Major Hub

MSP

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 100 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Running of the Beef 5K 3K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

23

Days to train

Race
Running of the Beef 5K 3K
Date
August 15, 2026

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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.

Read the Guide

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Whitehall than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Running of the Beef 5K 3K?+
Running of the Beef 5K 3K is a running race held in Whitehall, Wisconsin on August 15, 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 Running of the Beef 5K 3K?+
Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Whitehall, Wisconsin at Melby Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Running of the Beef 5K 3K?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Running of the Beef 5K 3K

Aug 15, 2026

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