YMCA Maple Leaf Walk Run
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Location
- 50 State Street, La Crosse, WI
- Distance
- Half Marathon · 5 Mile · 5K & more
From the Organizer
Join us for the 27th Annual Maple Leaf Walk Run to help benefit the Y's Food Program.
Our tried and true events include a half marathon, 5 Mile and 5K that start and end in beautiful Riverside Park and run through part of the iconic Oktoberfest parade route. After the race, join us for a sweet treat.
Thank you for choosing the Maple Leaf Walk Run. We look forward to seeing you in September.
Start Times:
Half Marathon: 7:00am (THERE IS A 2 HOUR AND 45 MINUTE TIME CUTOFF DUE TO THE PARADE START!!)
5 Mile: 7:15am
5K: 7:30am
-The Y
Due to the start of the Oktoberfest Parade, there is a 2 hour and 45 minute cutoff for all races. The course will be pulled at 9:45am for the start of the parade. Thank you for your understanding of this unique situation.
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
67°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from La Crosse Wfo, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About La Crosse, WI
Population
51,791
as of 2023
Elevation
660 ft
Nearest Airport
LSE
La Crosse Regional Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 122 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
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Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- YMCA Maple Leaf Walk Run
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Location
- 50 State Street, La Crosse, WI
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the YMCA Maple Leaf Walk Run?
- YMCA Maple Leaf Walk Run is a running race held in La Crosse, Wisconsin on September 26, 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 YMCA Maple Leaf Walk Run?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in La Crosse, Wisconsin at 50 State Street, La Crosse, WI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the YMCA Maple Leaf Walk Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
YMCA Maple Leaf Walk Run
Sep 26, 2026