Run Madtown

MAY
23-24
2026
Run Madtown in Madison on May 23 and 24, 2026 offers distances from 5K to 100K, Twilight evening races, and combo challenges for adventurous runners. Enjoy a family friendly weekend with flamingo themed photo ops and lakefront campus scenery.
23-24 May 2026
100 kilometers 24 kilometers 13 miles 15 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

Run Madtown is a multi-distance running event in Madison, Wisconsin, scheduled for May 23-24, 2026. The listed location is 715 State Street, Madison, WI 53703. The event weekend includes multiple race formats and community-focused activities described by the organiser as family-friendly and themed, with features such as flamingo-themed photo opportunities and a Twilight 5K.

Race details and notes

Distances and categories listed in the event information include:

  • 100 km
  • 13.1 mi (Half Marathon)
  • 24 km
  • 15 km
  • 5 km
  • Twilight 5K and 10K
  • Mad for Madtown challenge options (5K + 10K; 5K + Half Marathon)

Past participant reviews and published notes mention the course passes campus and lakefront areas, includes tree-lined sections and some hills, and has varied terrain. Reviews give an overall score of 4.5 from 29 reviews. Some participants commented on water or refreshment availability after the race and mixed experiences with post-race festivities. The event runs across two days and offers multiple race options and combined-challenge categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

100 km
100 Km
24 km
13 mi
13.1 Mi
15 km
5 km