Operation FINALLY Home 5K
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Event Overview
The Operation FINALLY Home 5K is a fundraising run supporting Operation Finally Home. This organization provides homes and home modifications for wounded, ill, or injured veterans, first responders, and their families. Since 2005, they have completed or planned 524 projects across 39 states, including eight in Wisconsin.
The event is held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Mill Pond Park in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.
Distances
Participants can choose from several distances:
- 5K Run
- 5K Ruck (a challenge where participants carry a rucksack)
- 2-Mile Walk
- Kiddos 1K for children under 10 years old
Schedule
The event day schedule includes packet pickup and on-site registration at 8:00 AM, followed by the Kiddos 1K at 8:45 AM. The 5K Run, 5K Ruck, and 2-Mile Walk all start at 9:00 AM. An awards ceremony is scheduled for 10:00 AM.
Course and Facilities
The course uses a paved public path along the Menomonee River, described as fast and flat. There will be one aid station on the course and another at the finish line, both providing water. Parking is available on side streets or public lots north of the Mill Pond and south of Lime Kiln Park; the Mill Street Parking Lot will not be open, and Main Street will be closed for the event.
Registration and Details
Registration for the 5K Run, Ruck, and Walk costs $35, with prices increasing after April 24, 2026. The Kiddos 1K is free for children if a parent is registered. A custom cotton race shirt is guaranteed for registrations completed before noon on May 8th. All participants receive a custom finisher "woodle." Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in five-year age groups, and overall winners receive a custom American flag.
The event is chip-timed by Silver Circle Sports Events. The organization has a no-refund policy, but participants can purchase optional race insurance. Volunteer opportunities are available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
