Wisconsin Cheese Run
Wisconsin Cheese Run is a running and rucking race on October 3, 2026 in Waukesha, WI, with entry fees from $5 to $32.50.
- Date
- October 3, 2026 (15 days to go)
- Location
- FOX RIVER PARK, Waukesha, WI
- Price
- $5–$32.50
- Sports
- RunningRucking
From the Organizer
The Wisconsin Cheese Run has moved to Fox River Park in Waukesha due to a scheduling conflict at our original venue.
Fox River Park – W264 S4500 River Road, Waukesha, WI 53189
Same race. Same cheese. Better course, permanent restrooms, pavilion, and parking. Get ready to lace up your running shoes and celebrate your love for all things cheese at the Wisconsin Cheese Run, happening Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Fox River Park in Waukesha, WI! This fun-filled event has something for everyone—whether you're a seasoned runner, casual walker, or ready to take on the ruck challenge! 🧀 Event Options:
5K Cheese Run – Race through the scenic paths of Fox River Park and earn your post-run cheese!
5K Cheese Ruck – Add some weight and test your strength in this fun twist on the 5K.
2 Mile Cheese Walk – A relaxed walk, perfect for families, friends, and cheese lovers of all levels.
Little Curd 1K – A special dash just for the kiddos, complete with a cheesy finisher surprise! Each participant will receive a free stick of cheese to celebrate their achievement. Don't miss out on this unique blend of fitness and fun—celebrate your passion for running and cheese all in one event!
Events
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
68°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hales Corners/Whitnall Park/Bo, 5 mi from the venue.
About Waukesha, WI
Population
70,779
as of 2023
City Elevation
797 ft
Nearest Airport
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 18 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Wisconsin Cheese Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
15
Days to train
- Race
- Wisconsin Cheese Run
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- FOX RIVER PARK, Waukesha, WI
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About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
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.
Rucking
Covering a distance on foot under a weighted rucksack — from timed solo challenges to longer team events.
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Wisconsin Cheese Run
Oct 3, 2026