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Crazylegs Classic

📅 April 24, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Madison · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (April 25, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.

Available distances

5 mi

About

The Crazylegs Classic is an annual event in Madison, Wisconsin, with an 8K (5-mile) run at 10 a.m. and a 2-mile walk at 10:20 a.m. on April 24, 2027. It draws big crowds who come out to celebrate community and school spirit.

The tradition was started by Badgers fans to support University of Wisconsin athletics, and it offers races for all ages and abilities. Since it began in 1982, the event has drawn more than 354,000 participants, a measure of its popularity. It marks the start of spring and encourages people to get moving and build camaraderie. Registering early is recommended to make sure your T-shirt size is available.

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