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August 24, 2024
Portage, WI, 53901, US
Taste of Portage Half Marathon will take you on a beautiful run through Portage, Wisconsin.
Taste of Portage Half Marathon will be a course with lots of variety as you make your way past several of our community parks and the paved Levee path on the Wisconsin River. We will have cool swag, medals, and a huge downtown post-race block party/awards ceremony! See you in August!
Bring your whole family and enjoy the race as part of our annual Taste of Portage Market Fair in downtown for the weekend. Friday night packets can be picked up at the event and you can stay to enjoy some live music and food. After the race on Saturday, you and your family can enjoy the downtown party with live music, kid’s entertainment, a classic car show, sidewalk sales and specials in our businesses and of course lots of food and cold beverages to enjoy!
The Taste of Portage Half Marathon & 5K will start and finish in downtown Portage at the Columbia County Administration Building, located at 112 Edgewater Street, Portage, WI 53901. There will be plenty of parking here and portable bathrooms to use. Event photos are encouraged!
The Taste of Portage Half Marathon and 5K offers a scenic running experience through the heart of Portage, Wisconsin. While specific historical details are not provided in the prompt, the event's consistent scheduling suggests it's a well-established race within the community. Participants can anticipate a well-organized event catering to both half marathoners and 5K runners, with opportunities to enjoy the local flavor of Portage. Expect a race that largely traverses paved roads and sidewalks, offering a predominantly flat to gently rolling terrain ideal for achieving personal bests. Runners will likely wind through residential areas and potentially touch upon some of the town's parklands, providing a pleasant and accessible running environment. The August date typically means runners should prepare for warm and potentially humid conditions, so hydration will be key. A notable feature of this event, as suggested by its title, is its integration with the "Taste of Portage" theme. This implies participants and their families can look forward to post-race festivities that highlight local food vendors and culinary delights, making it more than just a race, but a community celebration. The dual distance options ensure accessibility for runners of all levels, from seasoned half marathoners to those seeking a shorter, enjoyable run.
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