Sputnikfest 5K

SEP

12

2026

A community 5K in downtown Manitowoc that starts at the Sputnik IV crash site, follows the waterfront past public murals, and offers a medal, race shirt, bib, and drink ticket in a non-timed, family friendly format.

Sat 12 Sep 2026

Manitowoc, Wisconsin

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Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run : Manitowoc, WI

The Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run is an out-and-back 5K (3.1 mile) route in downtown Manitowoc that begins and ends at the crash site of Sputnik IV near the Rahr-West Art Museum. The course runs along the waterfront and passes multiple public art murals installed in the downtown area.

The event is scheduled for September 12, 2026, at 610 North 8th Street, Manitowoc, WI 54220. It is presented as an all-ages, family-friendly, non-timed event. Organizers provide a custom-made Sputnikfest finishers medal, an exclusive race t-shirt, a race bib, and a free drink ticket for participants.

Registration opens June 10, 2026 and closes August 19, 2026; the listed registration fee is $35.00. The event is sponsored by Fricke Printing Services Inc. The festival commemorates the September 5, 1962 incident when a 20 lb piece of Sputnik IV landed near N. 8th and Park in front of the Rahr-West Art Museum. Participants are encouraged to wear galaxy-themed clothing to support the Sputnikfest atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

5k Walk/run