The course for a 5K is 3.1 miles. 

As a reminder, this is a fun, celebratory event for our participants and not a competitive race. While our fastest 5K participants will complete the course in 25 minutes, most cross the finish line in 30-50 minutes. Everyone who participates is encouraged to walk, roll, push, run or skip at their happy pace!

First, we understand that life happens, and circumstances might make it impossible to attend.

We strongly encourage that all participants attend and complete the 5K, as it is the goal that teams are preparing for all season long! It’s the ultimate opportunity to build confidence through accomplishment. Remember, this is the first 5K event for many – including coaches, participants, friends and family members. We are in it together!

For Safety reasons, every participant must wear a bib.  Our council ensures every participant has a 5K buddy, and only critical 5K volunteers have access to confidential information.   Our council has safety plans in place, which train staff and volunteers how to respond during an emergency or incident.  We will also have Milwaukee Police Department and emergency medical technicians on site.   

Yes. Girls on the Run 5K events are for everyone! All participants can walk, run, push or roll safely and at their own happy pace. Designated parking spots are available. We also work with an organization called myTEAM TRIUMPH to ensure every participant can cross the finish line! For questions regarding accommodations, please reach out to program@girlsontherunsoutheasternwi.org.

Pets are not allowed at American Family Field.  We have a large number of youth attending our event, for everyone's safety, please leave pets at home.  Service animals must be properly identified.  

A 5K Buddy is an individual designated by the council or by the parent/guardian to complete the 5K alongside a program participant during the 5K event, for the entire duration of the course.

Yes! This is encouraged! This is a great way to accomplish a goal together. 

Absolutely! Every registered 5K participant will receive a Girls on the Run T-shirt.

Yes! Family, friends and community members outside of our program can participate in the event.  Registration is required.

Yes. All 5K registration forms include liability waivers.

Yes! Our council is selling merchandise to support our program! Be sure to look for our merchandise booth/tent to commemorate this memorable event.

Yes! Visit ur 5K Village before the event for fun kids activities and other community partners.  Of course, we’ll have merchandise for sale, too!

Yes! We welcome new sponsors to this event. We have opportunities ranging from $20,000 to $200. View our sponsorship packet here.