Apple Fest Run/Walk
Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT
- Type
- Walk
Sign up and verify details on the organizer's official page.
Race feel
Experience the vibrant Apple Fest with a challenging, scenic run or walk through Wisconsin's beautiful Driftless hills and fall colors.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Festive
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- Beginner Friendly
Beginner FriendlyDiscover the Apple Fest Run/Walk in Gays Mills, Wisconsin, a charming event set amidst the scenic rolling hills of the Driftless area. This race offers a challenging course with impressive hills and rewarding views of fall colors and the Kickapoo River. As part of the annual Apple Fest, it promises a lively atmosphere, culminating in a finish line cheered on by an enthusiastic crowd. Choose between a 2-mile run/walk or a 5-mile run, both chip-timed for your convenience.
From the organizer
Same day registration available--- Race Registration is from 7:30-8:15 am at the Lions Shelter park adjacent to the Gays Mills bridge (Across the street from Robb Park).
The 2 & 5 mile races are chip time on a classic Driftless area course. Located in the scenic rolling hills of western Wisconsin sits Apple Country – Gays Mills. Every year this small town hosts an epic event, Apple Fest, which includes a 1/4 mile kids run, a 2-mile Run/walk, and a 5-mile run along a beautiful wooded backroad heading out of town.
The Apple Fest Run/Walk course is an impressive challenge of hills with a few level areas to give you a break! With the Kickapoo on one side of you and fall colors all around, there is no end to the view as you run. You start and finish by the Dam in Gays Mills and as you are heading back to the finish line you can hear the crowd's cheers before you can even see them. It will give you just the rush and motivation you need to finish your race strong.
** Registration prices increase after 9/09/2026 and you are NOT guaranteed a T-shirt. **
