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Viking Striders Fun Run

Date
August 1, 2026
Distance
Viking Striders 2 Mile Run · Viking Striders 5 Mile Run · Iron Viking - 2 in 1 Special!
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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

Viking Striders 2 Mile Run8 AMRegister →
Viking Striders 5 Mile Run8:25 AMRegister →
Iron Viking - 2 in 1 Special!8 AMRegister →

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, 12 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:40 AMSunset 8:17 PMDaylight 14h 37m

Host City

About Valders, WI

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

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 Viking Striders Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

54

Days to train

Race
Viking Striders Fun Run
Date
August 1, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Viking Striders Fun Run?
Viking Striders Fun Run is a running race held in Valders, Wisconsin on August 1, 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 Viking Striders Fun Run?
Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Valders, Wisconsin at 420 N Liberty St,, Valders, WI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Viking Striders Fun Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Viking Striders Fun Run

Aug 1, 2026

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