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The Rec Run

Date
July 18, 2026
Distance
10K Run · 5K Run · 5K Walk & more
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From the Organizer

Come participate in one of our biggest Rec Center fundraisers! July 18th we will have our 33rd annual Rec Run. We will have a 2K run, 5K run or walk, and a 10K run. This is again our biggest fundraiser for the Rec so please participate in this event to help the Rec!

PLEASE REGISTER BY MIDNIGHT ON June 30th for $30. On July 1st the fee is $35 up until night before event. Day of event sign up is $40 The entry fee for those 12 and under is still $15 and $20 day of event. 

We look forward to having you participate in the 2026 Rec Run and thank you for your support of the Rec Center!

Events

10K Run10 AMRegister →
5K Run10 AMRegister →
5K Walk10 AMRegister →
2K Run10 AMRegister →
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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

76°

Typical Low

57°

Chance of Rain

30%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Washington Is, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:17 AMSunset 8:32 PMDaylight 15h 14m

Host City

About Washington Island, WI

Elevation

680 ft

Nearest Airport

ESC

Delta County Airport · 26 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

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Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Rec Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

40

Days to train

Race
The Rec Run
Date
July 18, 2026

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 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)

What is The Rec Run?
The Rec Run is a running race held in Washington Island, Wisconsin on July 18, 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 Rec Run?
Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Washington Island, Wisconsin at 1877 Lakeview Road, Washington Island, WI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for The Rec Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

The Rec Run

Jul 18, 2026

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