The first annual Miles for Smiles 5k Fundraiser will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026 ! Our route will be through Lake Park , beginning and ending at the Summer Stage. Parking is available near the Start Line at the Summer Stage or by Lake Park Bistro. Packet Pickup begins at 7:30am at the Start Line. Included in your packet will be your race bib, race day T-shirt, and some treats from our sponsors! Registration will remain open until Race Day, but Registration after August 12th will not include a T-shirt. The race begins at 9:00am. The course will close at 12:00pm. Proceeds from this event will benefit patients at Children's Wisconsin Hospital and Marquette University School of Dentistry by sponsoring their cleft lip and palate care! Our mission at Miles for Smiles is to provide resources and support to patients with cleft lip and palate conditions through fundraising, volunteering, and community outreach. Through our annual 5k race and other fundraising efforts, we help spo
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 26.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Milwaukee, WI.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
