Badger Challenge 2026 — Madison, WI

Date
September 27, 2026
Location
Madison, WI
Venue
UW Health Eastpark Medical Center
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00 – $130.00
Events
100 Mile Route, 100K Route, 50K Route, 25K Route, 5K Route, Half Marathon
Includes
Participant Shirt
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The Badger Challenge takes place on September 27, 2026, in Madison, Wisconsin, at UW Health Eastpark Medical Center. This multi-sport event accommodates cyclists, runners, and walkers across a wide range of distances: 100-mile ultra, 100K ultra, 50K ultra, half marathon, and 5K. Entry fees range from $35 to $130 depending on distance and event selection. The race starts at 7:00 AM. Whether you're targeting a significant ultra-distance effort or prefer a shorter effort, the Badger Challenge offers options for various fitness levels and training goals. A virtual participation option is available for those unable to attend in person, allowing flexibility for athletes managing travel schedules or training constraints.

From the Race Organizer
Badger Challenge is a signature Wisconsin walking, running, and biking event which energizes the community around the mission of raising funds for cancer research and patient treatment at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The UW research environment brings together scientists and clinicians from a wide variety of disciplines to help solve complex problems affecting patient care, and Badger Challenge accelerates the rate at which collaboration and discovery occurs. Badger Challenge's overall mission is simple - to increase cure rates and reduce the burden of cancer for future generations. 100% of all participant raised funds will go to support this mission. Join us and help write the story that ends cancer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Badger Challenge 2026 — Madison, WI?

Badger Challenge 2026 — Madison, WI takes place on September 27, 2026. The race is held in Madison, Wisconsin.

Where is Badger Challenge 2026 — Madison, WI held?

Badger Challenge 2026 — Madison, WI is held at UW Health Eastpark Medical Center in Madison, Wisconsin.

Where can I find hotels near Badger Challenge 2026 — Madison, WI?

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