Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run 2026 — Manitowoc, WI

Date
September 12, 2026
Location
Manitowoc, WI
Venue
610 North 8th Street
Start Time
12:00 PM
Entry Fee
$35.00 – $40.00
Events
Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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Registration for Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run costs $35 to $40. The event takes place on September 12, 2026, in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, at 610 North 8th Street, with a noon start time. The 5K accommodates both runners and walkers, making it accessible to endurance athletes at varying fitness levels. If you're traveling to Manitowoc for this race, you'll want lodging within easy reach of the venue for a straightforward morning routine before the midday gun.

From the Race Organizer
What better way to see the public art murals in downtown Manitowoc than walk, run, jog or stroll during our annual Sputnikfest celebration! This out-and-back 5K (3.1 mile) event begins and ends at the crash site of Sputnik IV, near the Rahr-West Art Museum and winds along the waterfront past many examples of fantastic public art. This is an all-ages, family-friendly, non-timed event! All participants will receive a custom-made Sputnikfest finishers medal, an exclusive race t-shirt, a race bib and you'll receive a free drink ticket to use after the event. Dress up in "galaxy garb" to support the Sputnikfest vibe. On September 5, 1962, a 20 lbs. piece of Russian Sputnik IV landed in the middle of the street on the corner of N. 8th and Park in front of the Rahr West Museum. Sputnikfest was establish as a way of bringing the community together to celebrate this momentous event. The Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run is sponsored by Fricke Printing Services Inc Art Mural-Makili by Deborah Butterfield

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run 2026 — Manitowoc, WI?

Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run 2026 — Manitowoc, WI takes place on September 12, 2026. The race is held in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.

Where is Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run 2026 — Manitowoc, WI held?

Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run 2026 — Manitowoc, WI is held at 610 North 8th Street in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.

Where can I find hotels near Sputnikfest 5K Walk/Run 2026 — Manitowoc, WI?

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