Bucky's Race for Rehab 2025 - Run, Wheel, Walk!

Bucky's Race for Rehab: Join the Fun, Make an Impact!

What is Bucky's Race for Rehab?
Bucky's Race for Rehab is a fun and inclusive 5K run/walk and 3K wheel/walk that welcomes participants of all backgrounds and abilities! Sponsored by the UW-Madison Doctor of Physical Therapy Department, this event supports critical initiatives while bringing the community together for an unforgettable day.

Why Join Us?
Your participation helps fund vital programs and resources, including:

- New rehabilitation equipment for our Dewane Neurorehabilitative Pro Bono Clinic, providing care to individuals with neurological conditions who lack access to physical therapy.
- Donations to the UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health Body Donor Ceremony, honoring selfless donors who advance student learning in anatomy labs.
- Professional development opportunities that send students to conferences and courses, offering hands-on learning and leadership experiences.
- Supplies for Global Health Trips to Belize and Peru, where PT students volunteer in local communities and make a difference for children in need.

Every sponsorship, contribution, and registration makes a meaningful impact—help us continue this incredible work!

Registration Perks
- Free T-shirt (cannot guarantee if registered after March 22nd - but we will order extras to account for late signups)
- Post-race snack
- Raffle ticket for exciting prizes
Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, your support goes a long way!

Awards
The Top Three Finishers in both the 5K and 3K will receive special awards. 🏆

Race Day Details - April 5th

📍 Location: UW-Madison Marching Band Practice Field
🚗 Parking: Free parking is available around the Near East Fields at Lots 60, 39, 57, and 59. View the parking map here or campus map here.
🚻 Facilities: Bathroom facilities available on-site.
⏱️ Timing: Hand timing will be provided, with results uploaded post-race. (Note: Times will not be certified or chip-timed.)
🎁 Packet Pickup:

• Friday, April 4th: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the Medical Sciences Center, 1300 University Avenue, Madison, WI 53706 (enter through the University side front doors).
• Saturday, April 5th: During check-in, starting at 10:00 AM.

Your race packet includes:

• Race bib & safety pins
• Event T-shirt (guaranteed if registered by Saturday, March 22nd, 10:00 AM)
• Course map
• Two raffle tickets for awesome prizes!
• Coupons to Fontana Sports and University Bookstore

🎟️ Raffle Tickets: Winners announced at the end of the races!
Additional tickets can be purchased on race day:

- $5 for 1 ticket
- $10 for 3 tickets
- $20 for an arm's length of tickets (Best Value!)

Raffle Items Include: 1 Free Month @ Inner Fire Yoga, Greg Gard signed basketball, Cane's gift basket, Madison Mallards Tickets, Conscious Carnivore gift certificate and tote bag, University Bookstore gift cards, and many more items!!

🏁 Start Times: 

Check-in: Begins at 10:00 AM
Race Start: 11:00 AM

Course Maps

[5K Course Map]

[3K Course Map]

2025 Race Photos 📸
Capture the memories! Photos from the race will be uploaded after the event.

2024 Race Photos 📸
See moments from last years race!

Register Today and Help Make a Difference!
Support an incredible cause, enjoy a fun-filled day, and hang out with Bucky! We can’t wait to see you there!