YMCA Maple Leaf Walk Run
YMCA Maple Leaf Walk Run is a running race on October 2, 2027 in La Crosse, WI, with entry fees from $25 to $75.
- Date
- October 2, 2027 (346 days to go)
- Location
- 50 State Street, La Crosse, WI
- Price
- $25–$75
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for the 28th 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. Half marathon participants receive medals, and all participants receive a race-day shirt.
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
Kids Maple Mile: 9:00am
-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
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
64°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from La Crosse Wfo, 3 mi from the venue.
About La Crosse, WI
Population
51,791
as of 2023
City 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.
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Waiting For?
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346
Days to train
- Race
- YMCA Maple Leaf Walk Run
- Date
- October 2, 2027
- Location
- 50 State Street, La Crosse, WI
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YMCA Maple Leaf Walk Run
Oct 2, 2027