May Course Connection 2026
Posted on May 21, 2026, by Nieko Giuliani
Price Increase Coming June 1
Prices will increase June 1 for all Saturday and Sunday events, including the Full, Half, 26.2 Relay, 10K, & 5K Run/Walk events.
Now is the perfect time to make your commitment and start planning an unforgettable weekend with the Fox Cities Marathon community.
Bring the whole family to participate in the 5K—and don’t forget the dog! With paved trails, scenic water views, enthusiastic spectators, and incredible volunteer support, our race weekend is designed with every participant in mind, from first-timers to seasoned runners.
Make your commitment today and start creating memories that will last long after the finish line.
Event Spotlight: OSMS Relay Marathon
Grab your teammates and tackle the miles together in the Orthopedic Sports & Medicine Specialists Relay Marathon!
This team-focused event gives runners and walkers the opportunity to experience the excitement of marathon day while sharing the journey with friends, coworkers, or family members.
Relay Marathon Features
- Generous 7-hour course time limit
- Teams of 2–5 participants
- Five relay legs along the full marathon course
- Medals distributed at each Relay Zone
Participant Amenities
- Hydration stations and GU energy support throughout the course
- Convenient porta potties along the route
- Free Gear Check service at the start and finish lines
Whether your team is competitive or simply looking for a memorable challenge together, the Relay Marathon delivers an incredible race-day experience.
School Challenge
Kick off the school year with fun, wellness, and school spirit through the U.S. Venture Foundation School Challenge!
Students can participate in the Guardian Kids Fun Run, Huggies Diaper Dash & Toddler Trot, or the Ascension 5K Run/Walk while helping their school compete against other schools of similar size for cash prizes up to $750.
The School Challenge is a great way to:
- Encourage healthy activity for students and families
- Build school pride and community connection
- Strengthen your school culture at the start of the year
- Support wellness while having fun together
Gather your classmates, teachers, staff, and families and make race weekend part of your school tradition.
Shop our Online Store
Spring training means layering up!
Gear up with official race merchandise and enjoy:
20% off
your purchase
Use code: SPRING
Offer valid through May 31, 2026.
Training Support
Training is always better together!
Connect with the PaceSetters of the Fox Cities for full and half marathon training beginning Saturday, May 30 at Telulah Park in Appleton. Training runs will be provided every Saturday through the summer up to marathon weekend.
Throughout the summer, the PaceSetters provide:
- Weekly planned training routes
- Hydration stations along the course
- Encouragement and camaraderie for all experience levels
- Support for runners and walkers alike
No matter your pace or goal, the PaceSetters are ready to help guide you toward the finish line at the Fox Cities Marathon.
Legacy Runner Club
It began in 1991 with the very first Fox Cities Marathon. No one was thinking about legacies—they were simply showing up, lacing up, and having fun.
But year after year, mile after mile, something remarkable happened.
A small group of dedicated runners never missed the start line. Through changing seasons, life milestones, and decades of memories, they kept coming back. Today, they are known as Legacy Runners—a living connection to the heart and history of the race.
MEET LEGACY RUNNER: Fred Ulman
For Fred Umland, the Fox Cities Marathon isn’t just a race; it’s a living history of his life over the last 35 years. It’s a short list of those who have participated in every single Fox Cities Marathon since its inception in 1991. As one of only ten remaining legacy runners, Fred’s story is one of quiet perseverance and deep community roots.
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
Orthopedic Sports & Medicine Specialists
We are proud to welcome Orthopedic Sports & Medicine Specialists back as the Presenting Sponsor of the Relay Marathon.
They are committed to paving the way for pain-free living and getting back to the activities you love.
Their continued commitment to health, wellness, and our community helps create an exceptional experience for participants throughout race weekend. We are grateful for their partnership and support of the Fox Cities Marathon mission.
Community Impact: From the Soccer Field to the Finish Line One Race at a Time
By John Hollister
Running wasn’t always a central part of my life. In my twenties, if you had suggested I’d one day be up before sunrise to train for a marathon or win almost every race event the Community First Fox Cities Marathon Presented by Miron Construction offers, I wouldn’t have believed you.
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