Apple Fest Run/Walk 2026 — Gays Mills, WI

Date
September 26, 2026
Location
Gays Mills, WI
Venue
506 Main Street
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $33.00
Events
2 Mile Run, 5 Mile Run, Kids 1⁄4 Mile Run, 2 Mile Walk
Includes
T-Shirt - short sleeve shirt | T-Shirt - short sleeve shirt with Applefest Run 2024
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The Apple Fest Run/Walk starts at 9:00 AM, giving you a reasonable morning arrival window if you're traveling to Gays Mills, Wisconsin. The event offers three distance options: a 440-yard walk for shorter distances, a 2-mile run, and a 5-mile run, so you can choose based on your fitness level and goals. Entry fees range from $15 to $33 depending on the distance selected. The race takes place at 506 Main Street in Gays Mills, making it easy to locate and access. Whether you're looking for a short warm-up effort or a solid five-mile effort, this September event accommodates various abilities and training phases.

From the Race 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. **

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Apple Fest Run/Walk 2026 — Gays Mills, WI?

Apple Fest Run/Walk 2026 — Gays Mills, WI takes place on September 26, 2026. The race is held in Gays Mills, Wisconsin.

Where is Apple Fest Run/Walk 2026 — Gays Mills, WI held?

Apple Fest Run/Walk 2026 — Gays Mills, WI is held at 506 Main Street in Gays Mills, Wisconsin.

Where can I find hotels near Apple Fest Run/Walk 2026 — Gays Mills, WI?

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