Evan Kratochwill Memorial 2 Mile Run/Walk 2026 — Cross Plains, WI

Date
October 3, 2026
Location
Cross Plains, WI
Venue
Glacier Creek Middle School
Start Time
7:45 AM
Sunrise
6:57 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $35.00
Events
Community 2 Mile Run/Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Evan Kratochwill Memorial Invite Community 2 Mile Run/Walk takes place at Glacier Creek Middle School in Cross Plains, Wisconsin on October 3, 2026. The event features a single 2-mile distance suitable for runners and walkers of all levels. The race starts at 7:45 AM, giving you an early morning option to complete your workout before the day fully begins. Entry fees range from $25 to $35. If you're unable to travel to Wisconsin for race day, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete the 2-mile distance on your own schedule and submit your results remotely.

From the Race Organizer
Join us for a community 2 mile cross country run/walk taking place at Glacier Creek Middle School as a part of the annual 2026 Evan Kratochwill Memorial Invitational hosted by Middleton High School. The races are put on by Middleton High School XC in honor of Evan Kratochwill, who passed away tragically in the fall of 2021. Evan was a former student at GCMS and at MHS, as well as a team member of the Middleton Cross Country team. The two mile cross country run/walk will take place at 7:45 am on Saturday, October 3, 2026. We will have an awards ceremony for the community race. That will take place near 8:25. Participants should park in the GCMS parking lot in front and side of the school. The back lot (by the basketball hoops) we are reserving for athletes, volunteers, and buses. Parking lot and traffic flow information can be viewed here . We will have packet pickup on Friday night at GCMS from 5-6 PM (on the far side by the 5th grade wing/gym). Participants can sign up as well from 5-6 pm. Cost is $35. On Saturday, packet pickup and in-person registration will begin at 6:30 am on race day. Cost on race day is $35. Packet pickup will end at 7:30 AM. **REGISTER by September 23rd for a guaranteed shirt* We will have a limited number of extra shirts at in-person registration. Course map is linked and the one mile will be marked- 2 Mile XC Course Map . Shareable Community Memorial Race Flyer Link We will have live results and on site courtesy of Prime Time Timing with a jumbo electronic Big Board at the finish line! We appreciate the generosity of the participants this year and last year who donated towards this event. Proceeds and donations go directly towards course maintenance, race day logistics and enhancements into the Evan Kratochwill Memorial Races (community, middle school, high school), and towards the Middleton High School Cross Country programs. 2026 Race Schedule (Saturday, October 3rd, 2026): Updated Schedule: 7:45 – 2 Mile Memorial Run/Walk 8:45 – Boys Middle School (5th–8th) 9:10 – Girls Middle School (5th–8th) 9:45 – Boys Varsity (8 runners) 10:15 – Girls (Varsity and JV) 10:50 – Boys JV Awards: 10:05- Middle School 11:35- High School

Course & Travel Notes

The Evan Kratochwill Memorial 2 Mile Run/Walk takes place in Cross Plains, Wisconsin on October 3, 2026, with the race starting at 7:45 AM—about 47 minutes after sunrise at 6:58 AM. The venue sits at 928 feet elevation. Dane County Regional Truax Field (MSN) is the nearest airport, located 15 miles from the race location. For early October in this area, expect typical conditions with highs around 60°F and lows near 39°F, though there's roughly a one-in-three chance of measurable rain on any given day.

⛰️ 928 ft elevation☀️ Typically 60°F / 39°F · 33% chance of rain✈️ Dane County Regional Truax Field (MSN) — 15 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Evan Kratochwill Memorial 2 Mile Run/Walk 2026 — Cross Plains, WI takes place on October 3, 2026. The race is held in Cross Plains, Wisconsin.

Where is Evan Kratochwill Memorial 2 Mile Run/Walk 2026 — Cross Plains, WI held?

Evan Kratochwill Memorial 2 Mile Run/Walk 2026 — Cross Plains, WI is held at Glacier Creek Middle School in Cross Plains, Wisconsin.

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