Viking Striders Fun Run
Viking Striders Fun Run is a running race on August 1, 2026 in Valders, WI, with entry fees from $15 to $25.
- Date
- August 1, 2026 (9 days to go)
- Location
- 420 N Liberty St, Valders, WI
- Price
- $15–$25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
1st place trophy to Male and Female overall in each race. 1st to 3rd medals for each age division.
Age divisions for both male and female are 0-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+.
Early registration ends at midnight on July 26: Sign up for 1 race at $15 or sign up for the Iron Viking (the 2 mile and 5 mile race) for $25. Registration starting July 27 will be $20 for 1 race and $30 for the Iron Viking. Shirts are also available for purchase at an additional $10 per shirt. If you would like to be guaranteed a shirt, make sure you have your registration completed by JULY 21! Complete both races and receive the coveted Iron Viking Trophy!
Links to course maps are https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4843818460 (2 mile) & https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4843827145 (5 mile).
Half mile kids run in the park after the 5 mile run for anyone under 11. Ribbons for all participants.
50 yard dash for anyone under 8. Ribbons for all participants.
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
77°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Manitowoc, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Valders, WI
City Elevation
868 ft
Nearest Airport
GRB
Austin Straubel International Airport · 33 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 76 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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About This Sport
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Viking Striders Fun Run
Aug 1, 2026