Library 5K Run/Walk with Kids Dash
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Run, walk, stroll, or dance at the E.D. Locke Public Library's fourth annual 5K Run/Walk and Kids Dash.
8:30am Kids Dash
9:00am 5k Run/Walk
There are four ways that you can participate:
Kids' Obstacle Dash @ 8:30 a.m.
Children may register for a fun obstacle run down Milwaukee St. Dash through bubbles, skip between cones, limbo, and more! Each registered participant will receive a hat and medal. Parents may join in at no additional cost.
Kids' Obstacle Dash with 1/4 Mile Run @ 8:30 a.m. (immediately after the dash-only participants)
This year we are offering a challenge for our older children participants. They can add a 1/4 mile run to their obstacle dash. We will start with a run around the library followed by a lap through our obstacle course. Each registered participant will receive a hat and medal. Parents may join in at no additional cost.
5K Run/Walk @ 9:00 a.m.
Lace up your shoes and run, walk, or dance your way through the course. Each participant will receive a knitted beanie, bib, professional timing, and more. Strollers and dogs are allowed.
Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Run or walk at your own time by choosing our virtual option. You will be able to pick up your knitted beanie and bib during packet pick up or after the event at the library.
All proceeds from the event benefit the E.D. Locke Public Library.
This year's swag - a rainbow knit beanie! picture coming soon
REGISTER HERE
Packet Pickup
Packet pick up will be held Friday, September 27th from 2:00-5:30 PM in the library lobby and Saturday, September 28th from 8:00-9:00 AM outside the library. We strongly encourage pick up on Friday if possible to avoid delays Saturday morning.
Parking
The McFarland Community Festival will be occupying the library and Municipal Center parking lot as well as surrounding roads. Please visit the Festival website for more details: mcfarlandcommunityfestival.org/festival-info
5K Run/Walk Route
Recliner to 5K Program
Drop-In Q&A
Tuesday, July 22nd @ 5:15 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
A Stoughton Health & E.D. Locke Public Library Partnership
Have questions about the Recliner to 5K Training Program or the "On Your Bookmark...GO!" 5K Run/Walk? Join us for a drop-in Q&A session! This is your chance to get all your questions answered. We'll also have resources available with tips and tricks to help you on your journey from the recliner to the finish line.
No registration required - just drop in! Free 5k registration to the first 20 people that attend.