We invite you to come out for the annual Hank Aaron State Trail 5k Run/Walk! The Hank Aaron State Trail 5K attracts more than 1,500 people of all abilities and ages, each year. Whether you are trying to personal record or want to get out for a lively community stroll, …
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We invite you to come out for the annual Hank Aaron State Trail 5k Run/Walk!
The Hank Aaron State Trail 5K attracts more than 1,500 people of all abilities and ages, each year. Whether you are trying to personal record or want to get out for a lively community stroll, this is a family-friendly annual event with professional timing and a flat and fast course, in the heart of Milwaukee.
The Run/Walk takes you through beautiful Three Bridges Park crossing the Menomonee River, through restored prairie and provides a dramatic view of American Family Field in the home stretch. This route is steeped in history and located along Milwaukee’s former rail and industrial corridor. The transformation of this area over the past 20 years is worth visiting over and over again.
Come out to support the Hank Aaron State Trail and enjoy the beautiful route. Stick around to enjoy the music and food! Arguably, one of Milwaukee’s most lively events all summer long, and we want to enjoy it with you!
Event Highlights
- All participants receive a commemorative t-shirt.
- Family-friendly, community event! Strollers welcome, sorry no dogs.
- Prizes for teams and top 3 male and female runners in fifteen age categories.
- Great live DJ music will keep your feet moving even after you finish the 5K!
- Fuel up with complimentary coffee, tea, and goodies pre-event.
- Replenish after the 5K with ice cream, bananas, and burgers.
- Beautiful route through Three Bridges Park crossing the Menomonee River, through restored prairie and providing a dramatic view of American
- Family Field in the home stretch.
- Proceeds benefit the trail and sends kids to Bike Adventure Camp each summer!
- Race results are available immediately online on the day of the event.
- Teams of 8 or more get a registration deal AND logo on their t-shirts! Also eligible for team prizes!
- Check out all the great items on our online silent auction (coming in mid-July)
- Race proceeds support ALL major initiatives of the Friends of Hank Aaron State Trail
Race proceeds support all major initiatives of The Friends of Hank Aaron State Trail, including:
- Sending kids to Bike Adventure Camp each summer
- Organizing Stew Crews that keep the trail clean from spring through fall
- Art and maintenance along the trail such as our most recent project, the People of the Road Monument.
The restoration of the trail and adjacent areas has provided green space for recreation, wildlife habitat, and improved ecology.
Altogether, the Hank Aaron State Trail is a unique destination and undeniable community asset for all to enjoy.
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