SSM Health Walleye Run/Walk 2026 — Fond Du Lac, WI

Date
June 13, 2026
Location
Fond Du Lac, WI
Venue
Lakeside Park
Start Time
8:10 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $20.00
Events
5 Mile Run, 3 Mile Walk, 2 Mile Run, 1 Mile Kids Run (Ages 12 and Under), 1/3 Mile Kids Run (Ages 6 and Under)
Includes
T-Shirt

On June 13, 2026, the SSM Health Walleye Run/Walk takes place in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin at Lakeside Park. The event offers four distance options to accommodate different fitness levels: 1 mile, 2 miles, 3 miles, and 5 miles. Both running and walking are welcome, making it accessible for a range of participants. The race starts at 8:10 AM, giving early-morning training sessions or pre-race meals enough time to settle. Entry fees are affordable, ranging from free to $20, removing financial barriers for local athletes and visitors. If you're traveling to the area for this early-summer event, you'll want accommodation within easy reach of Lakeside Park for a convenient morning arrival.

From the Race Organizer
Since 1980, The Walleye Run / Walk has been a part of the annual Walleye Weekend Festival at Lakeside Park in Fond du Lac, WI. COME TO RUN OR WALK. A high quality 5 mile run through Lakeside Park and the old UW FDL Campus area, or if you prefer, a 2-mile run through Lakeside Park. For the younger runners, we offer a 1 mile novice run for children ages 12 and under and 1/3 mile runs for the running tots ages 6 and under. For the walkers we offer a 3-mile recreational family walk through scenic Lakeside Park.

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Race Travel Insurance

Don't forget travel insurance for June 13.

You've trained for months and booked a trip to Fond Du Lac, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is SSM Health Walleye Run/Walk 2026 — Fond Du Lac, WI?

SSM Health Walleye Run/Walk 2026 — Fond Du Lac, WI takes place on June 13, 2026. The race is held in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin.

Where is SSM Health Walleye Run/Walk 2026 — Fond Du Lac, WI held?

SSM Health Walleye Run/Walk 2026 — Fond Du Lac, WI is held at Lakeside Park in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin.

Where can I find hotels near SSM Health Walleye Run/Walk 2026 — Fond Du Lac, WI?

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