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Summer Sizzler- Milwaukee

Summer Sizzler- Milwaukee is a running race on August 22, 2026 in Franklin, WI, with entry fees from $17 to $37.

Date
August 22, 2026 (30 days to go)
Location
Milwaukee County Sports Complex, Franklin, WI
Price
$17–$37
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Join us for the annual Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k!  A fun summer event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
  • Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
  • Chip-timing with live results and awards
  • Free photos
  • Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
  • FREE Kona Ice
  • Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
  • 5k/10k/15K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!
  • 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!
  • The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
🏁🏅Create a team, or join an existing team during registration. Once 4 people have registered on that team, all team members will be refunded $5, once ten people register another $5 will be refunded for a total of $10!

Events

Kid's Dash$17
Volunteer then Run$17
1 Mile$22
5k$37
10k$37
15k$37
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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

59°

Chance of Rain

33%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Hales Corners/Whitnall Park/Bo, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:05 AMSunset 7:43 PMDaylight 13h 37m

Host City

About Franklin, WI

Population

35,751

as of 2023

City Elevation

740 ft

Nearest Airport

MKE

General Mitchell International Airport · 6 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Summer Sizzler- Milwaukee, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

30

Days to train

Race
Summer Sizzler- Milwaukee
Date
August 22, 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.

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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.

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Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Franklin 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 Summer Sizzler- Milwaukee?+
Summer Sizzler- Milwaukee is a running race held in Franklin, Wisconsin on August 22, 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 Summer Sizzler- Milwaukee?+
Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Franklin, Wisconsin at Milwaukee County Sports Complex. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Summer Sizzler- Milwaukee?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Summer Sizzler- Milwaukee

Aug 22, 2026

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