24th Annual Hank Aaron State Trail 5K Run/Walk 5K (Timed Run) - In Person
Saturday, 10 August 2024· 08:30· Milwaukee, WI, 53214, US
About this race
We invite you to come out for the 24th Annual Hank Aaron State Trail 5k Run/Walk!
Saturday, August 10, 8:30am
The Hank Aaron State Trail 5K attracts more than 1,500 people of all abilities and ages.
Personal Record with Professional Timing
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Join in this lively community family-friendly stroll
Featuring: A Flat and Fast course, right in the heart of Milwaukee.
The course winds through the beautiful Three Bridges Park, through restored prairie. This route is steeped in history and located along Milwaukee's former rail and industrial corridor. The transformation continues!
Come out to support the Hank Aaron State Trail's largest fundraiser.
The after-party is one of the best around!
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
- All participants receive a commemorative t-shirt.
- Family-friendly, community event! Strollers welcome. Sorry, no dogs.
- Prizes for teams and top 3 male and female runners in fifteen age categories.
- Live DJ music
- Complimentary Coffee, Tea & Goodies before.
- Ice Cream, Burgers & Treats after.
- Proceeds benefit the trail and send kids to Bike Adventure Camp each summer!
- Race Results Ceremony! Race results are available immediately online on the day of the event
- Teams of 8 or more get a registration deal AND logo on their t-shirts! Also eligible for team prizes!
- Check out all the great items on our online silent auction (coming in July)
- Race proceeds support ALL major initiatives of the Friends of Hank Aaron State Trail
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Race proceeds support all major initiatives of The Friends of Hank Aaron State Trail, including:
- Sending kids to Bike Adventure Camp each summer
- Stew Crews that keep the trail clean from spring through fall
- Art and maintenance along the trail such as our most recent project, the People of the Road Monument.
The restoration of the trail and adjacent areas has provided green space for recreation, wildlife habitat, and improved ecology. Altogether, the Hank Aaron State Trail is a unique destination and undeniable community asset for all to enjoy.
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The Event
Registration Includes:
- Chip-timed event
- Live DJ for entertainment before and after the event
- Commemorative t-shirt - youth and unisex adult sizing.
- Must register by July 25 to guarantee a t-shirt
- Awards for top three female and male finishers in each age category
Packet Pick-Up Details
- Announced in June 2024.
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Teams
Supporting a great cause is more fun with friends! Pull together a group of 8+ from work, high school, bike club, church, neighborhood, etc and register your team today!
- Get your team logo on your shirts (must register by July 25 to receive team logo and guaranteed shirt & shirt sizes)
- Teams get a great deal on registration - $25 for adults and $15 for youth 12 and under
- Additional recognition - prizes for teams include Largest Team, Fastest
What to expect
Written from race dataThe 24th Annual Hank Aaron State Trail 5K Run/Walk is a well-established in-person event celebrating its legacy on August 10, 2024, in Milwaukee, WI (53214). This timed 5K race invites runners and walkers to experience the scenic Hank Aaron State Trail. Participants can anticipate a community-focused atmosphere with the added competitive element of chip timing for those aiming for a personal best. The course is primarily set on the paved Hank Aaron State Trail, meaning participants can expect a relatively flat and smooth terrain, ideal for achieving fast times. While generally well-maintained, runners should be aware of typical late summer conditions in Milwaukee, which can include warm temperatures and humidity. A notable feature of this race is its direct connection to the popular Hank Aaron State Trail, offering a unique running experience through a vibrant urban greenway and honoring a baseball legend.
The course
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Weather on the day
Sat, 10 Aug 2024Clear
17.8°C
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