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Event Description
🚨 NEW LOCATION FOR 2026 🚨
The Wisconsin Cheese Run has moved to Fox River Park in Waukesha due to a scheduling conflict at our original venue.
Fox River Park – W264 S4500 River Road, Waukesha, WI 53189
Same race. Same cheese. Better course, permanent restrooms, pavilion, and parking.
The Wisconsin Cheese Run has moved to Fox River Park in Waukesha due to a scheduling conflict at our original venue.
Fox River Park – W264 S4500 River Road, Waukesha, WI 53189
Same race. Same cheese. Better course, permanent restrooms, pavilion, and parking.
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and celebrate your love for all things cheese at the Wisconsin Cheese Run, happening Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Fox River Park in Waukesha, WI!
This fun-filled event has something for everyone—whether you're a seasoned runner, casual walker, or ready to take on the ruck challenge!
🧀 Event Options:
5K Cheese Run – Race through the scenic paths of Fox River Park and earn your post-run cheese!
5K Cheese Ruck – Add some weight and test your strength in this fun twist on the 5K.
2 Mile Cheese Walk – A relaxed walk, perfect for families, friends, and cheese lovers of all levels.
Little Curd 1K – A special dash just for the kiddos, complete with a cheesy finisher surprise!
5K Cheese Run – Race through the scenic paths of Fox River Park and earn your post-run cheese!
5K Cheese Ruck – Add some weight and test your strength in this fun twist on the 5K.
2 Mile Cheese Walk – A relaxed walk, perfect for families, friends, and cheese lovers of all levels.
Little Curd 1K – A special dash just for the kiddos, complete with a cheesy finisher surprise!
Each participant will receive a free stick of cheese to celebrate their achievement.
Don't miss out on this unique blend of fitness and fun—celebrate your passion for running and cheese all in one event!
Why Run the Wisconsin Cheese Run?
Because running is better when there is cheese involved.
The Wisconsin Cheese Run is a fun, family-friendly race for runners, walkers, ruckers, kids, and anyone who believes Wisconsin cheese is a perfectly reasonable finish-line reward.
5K Cheese Run – Scenic paths, a 5K, and post-race cheese.
5K Cheese Ruck – Add some weight and take on the 5K with an extra challenge.
2 Mile Cheese Walk – A relaxed option for families, friends, and walkers of all abilities.
Little Curd 1K – A special race just for the kiddos.
Race Day Information
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Fox River Park
W264 S4500 River Road
Waukesha, WI 53189
W264 S4500 River Road
Waukesha, WI 53189
8:00am – Packet Pickup
8:45am – Little Curd 1K
9:00am – 5K Cheese Run, 5K Cheese Ruck & 2 Mile Cheese Walk
10:00am – Course Closes
Parking
A Waukesha County Parks Annual Membership or Daily Permit is required for each vehicle entering Fox River Park.
We strongly recommend purchasing your permit before race morning so you're ready to go when you arrive.
Finisher Cheese
All finishers receive a finisher cheese snack at the end of the course.
Run hard. Walk proud. Ruck strong. Eat cheese.
Finisher Woodles & Awards
Celebrate your accomplishment with unique, handcrafted Woodles from our partner, Ridgeway Woodworks.
Finisher Woodles
All finishers receive a custom finisher Woodle.
All finishers receive a custom finisher Woodle.
Overall Awards
The top male and female 5K finishers receive a special handcrafted award.
The top male and female 5K finishers receive a special handcrafted award.
Age Group Awards
Awards are presented to the top three male and female finishers in 5-year age groups beginning at 0-14.
Awards are presented to the top three male and female finishers in 5-year age groups beginning at 0-14.
Missed your award? Claim it here.
Find the Hidden Cheese
Two special cheese wedges will be hidden along the course on race day.
1. Spot It – Find a hidden cheese wedge.
2. Grab It – Bring it with you to the finish.
3. Get Rewarded – Score some extra race swag.
Cheese Run T-Shirts
The guaranteed shirt deadline has passed, but Cheese Run shirts are still available while online inventory lasts.
Race Day Extras: Remaining shirts will be distributed first-come, first-served after the race.
Course Information
The Wisconsin Cheese Run will take place on the trails and paths of Fox River Park.
The course will be clearly marked with signs and course marshals to keep everyone headed in the right direction.
Volunteer
We’re looking for volunteers to help with aid stations, course marshaling, and race-day support.
Volunteer Perk: All volunteers receive a free entry to a future race.
Click the Volunteer link in the menu above or click here.
Need to Change Your Registration?
You can transfer, defer, change shirt size, change distances, modify your team, or resend your confirmation through your RunSignup account.
1. Log in at RunSignUp.com.
2. Select your Profile.
3. Find the Wisconsin Cheese Run.
4. Click Manage Registration.
5. Select the change you need.
Available options: Transfers, shirt size changes, team changes, distance changes, confirmation/QR code resend, and deferrals.
Wisconsin Yum Run Series
The Wisconsin Cheese Run is part of the Wisconsin Yum Run Series — a collection of food-themed races featuring chili, pickles, cookies, burritos, cheese, and more.
Run this race on its own or take on the full Wisconsin Yum Run Series.
Charity Partner
The Silver Circle Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supports firefighters, police officers, veterans, and troops serving overseas.
Through charitable giving, care packages, and fundraising efforts, we provide assistance and show our gratitude for their service.
Contact Form
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Event Location
FOX RIVER PARK
W264 S4500, River Rd
Waukesha, WI 53189 US
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