Wisconsin Marathon
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Event Overview
The Wisconsin Marathon takes place in Kenosha, featuring a course set along the Lake Michigan coastline. The event includes multiple distance options and provides a scenic route with views of the lake. For the 2026 edition, the race has moved to an April date and features an updated route for the shorter distance.
Race Courses
Participants can choose from the following distances:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 5k
The marathon consists of a double loop course. Both the marathon and half marathon routes have been updated to remove gravel sections, ensuring a paved surface throughout. The 5k also follows a revised route for the 2026 event. Pacers are available for the full marathon to lead groups targeting finishing times between 3:30 and 6:00.
Participant Information
The start line for all distances is located near the Kenosha Civil War Museum. An early start option is available for marathon participants, allowing them to begin their race 25 minutes before the main start. All finishers across all distances, including the 5k, receive commemorative medals. The event provides several options for packet pick-up, including locations in Kenosha, the Milwaukee area, and Chicagoland, as well as race day pick-up and mail delivery options. Detailed information regarding parking and viewing areas is provided for those attending the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Events nearby
A lakefront 5K in Waukegan on May 16, 2026, starting and finishing at Green Town on the Rocks. The course passes Oakwood Cemetery and the harbor, and the event includes food for participants plus post-run drinks and music.