A Special Message from Kathrine Switzer For 35 years, the Fox Cities Marathon has celebrated the determination, courage, and fearless spirit that make running so much more than a race. We’re honored to share a special message from a true pioneer of the sport, Kathrine Switzer, whose trailblazing journey continues to inspire runners around the […]

MEET LEGACY RUNNER: Forest Pearson Legacy Runner Driven by Passion and People Forrest Pearson didn’t plan on running the inaugural Community First Fox Cities Marathon in 1991. Visiting relatives in Appleton after running the Twin Cities Marathon the weekend prior, a chance encounter with a friend the night before changed his plans. Forrest walked into […]

MEET LEGACY RUNNER: Basil Hansen The Heart of a Legacy Basil Hansen Endures to Succeed in the Long Run Basil Hansen didn’t start running until his senior year of high school, but he hasn’t stopped since. Growing up on a family farm near Waupaca, there was little time for extracurriculars until his mother gave him […]

Community Impact: Spring Road Elementary We’re proud to support local schools and organizations, including Spring Road Elementary School in Neenah, WI. Your participation helps make a meaningful difference in our community. Spring Road Elementary School in Neenah proudly participates in the U.S. Venture Foundation School Challenge each year—and their enthusiasm shows. They’ve taken first place […]

By Julie Hennes My name is Julie, and I am a recovering alcoholic. I am almost eight years sober now, and these days, people know me as a runner, but that’s not who I always was. Running came after sobriety, when I was trying to figure out what to do with myself. When I first […]

2026 SHIRT & MEDAL REVEAL TOMORROW! The countdown is on… watch WBAY TV-2 tomorrow, July 30 at 6:30AM. We’ll unveil the 2026 Fox Cities Marathon participant shirts & medals! Every medal tells a story, and this year’s design is one you’ll want to add to your collection. The official reveal drops July 30. Until then, […]

Participant Spotlight: Hairbows & Miles Meet Lauren and Harper from Las Vegas, Nevada—a mother-daughter duo inspiring runners one mile at a time. Originally from Menasha, Wisconsin, Harper discovered her love of running while in elementary school. She was eager to join her school’s running club but missed the age requirement by just one grade. After […]

Meet Legacy Runner: Anne Siegrist The Heart of a Legacy When Dr. Anne Siegrist lines up for the Community First Fox Cities Marathon this fall, she won’t just be tackling 26.2 miles; she’ll be continuing a remarkable 35-year legacy. As one of only 10 “Legacy Runners” who have crossed the finish line of every single […]

Summer is here, training miles are building, and race weekend is getting closer! Whether you’re preparing for your first event or continuing a long-standing tradition, we’re excited to be part of your journey to the starting line. Now is the perfect time to make your commitment and start planning an unforgettable weekend with the Fox […]