Bucky's Race for Rehab
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Event details
Bucky's Race for Rehab takes place on April 18, 2026 in Madison, WI at the UW-Madison Marching Band Practice Field (702 Walnut St, 53705). The event includes these distances:
- 5K Run/Walk
- 3K Wheel/Walk
The 5K has an entry fee of $40 and shows 196 spots available. The 3K has an entry fee of $30 and shows 54 spots available. Registration opens February 14, 2026. Course maps are provided for both distances.
Purpose and awards
The event is sponsored by the UW-Madison Doctor of Physical Therapy Department and raises funds for specific programs and needs, including new rehabilitation equipment for the Dewane Neurorehabilitative Pro Bono Clinic, donations to the UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health Body Donor Ceremony, student professional development, and supplies for Global Health Trips to Belize and Peru. The top three finishers in each event will receive awards.
Logistics and race-day features
Packet pickup is available on race day during check-in; packets include a race bib with safety pins, an event T-shirt (guaranteed for registrations completed by March 14, 2026), and two raffle tickets. Additional raffle tickets are offered on race day for $5 (1 ticket), $10 (3 tickets), or $20 (an arm's length of tickets). Free parking is available around the Near East Fields in Lots 60, 39, 57, and 59. Bathroom facilities are available on-site. Hand timing will be used and results will be uploaded after the race; times will not be chip-timed or certified. Photos from past events will be posted after the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
