Parkinson's Half Marathon, 5K & More

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Join us for the Parkinson’s Half Marathon, 5K, 1-mile Walk and Kid’s run being held on Saturday April 12th, 2025 at Phoebe Bakken Memorial Park in Cottage Grove, WI. This event is more than a race-it’s a chance to raise critical funds for ADPA WI., supporting people with Parkinson’s and their families across Wisconsin. Your fundraising makes a difference! Rally friends, family and coworkers to donate beyond registration costs and help provide vital resources and hope.

🌳 Location and Course

• Venue: Phoebe Bakken Memorial Park
• Features: A newly renovated shelter and paved paths for some of the courses.
• Half Marathon Course: Continues down the Glacial Drumlin State Trail for an out-and-back course.
• Accessibility: All events share the same start/finish location making it great for spectators, kids and overall entertainment.

💲 Pricing

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• Half Marathon: $65
• 5K: $50
• Walk: $25
• Kid's Run: $10

Price includes: event registration to your chosen distance. Food trucks will be on site for you to purchase your snacks/meals of choice. Swag will not be included in registration, but will be an available add on during check out.

🚰 Course Guidelines

COURSES WILL BE CUPLESS meaning that individual disposable cups filled with water or electrolytes WILL NOT be available. Coolers of water and electrolytes will be stocked. Participants are asked to bring their own hydration bottle for us to refill.

📍 Course Maps

• Half Marathon: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41425575
• 5K RUN: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41425501
• 1 MILE WALK: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41425641
• 1K KID’S RUN: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41425669

🏅 Awards

Awards will be given to the top three overall women and men in the half marathon and 5K events.

💖 Fundraising Impact

The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Parkinson’s Disease Association is honored to continue the legacy of the Parkinson’s Half Marathon, 5K & More. The Nassett family and friends began this tradition in 2012. We are thankful to them for allowing us to continue their legacy. It has been the #1 fundraiser for the Wisconsin Chapter of APDA, with donations totaling over $400,000. All funds raised are kept here, in our home state of Wisconsin.

An incredible achievement that’s possible because of YOU!

The proceeds of this race support educational programs and exercise classes for people with Parkinson’s disease and help provide financial support to Wisconsin families struggling to afford all the additional costs of life with Parkinson’s. Simply put, your generosity helps to provide education and support to everyone in Wisconsin affected by Parkinson’s disease, helping them live life to the fullest.

📅 Event Details

Event Information and Race Packet Pickup are on Friday April 11th. Times and location TBD. You will be able to pick up packets for family members, team members, etc. If you can’t make it on Friday, you can still pick up your items Saturday morning at the check-in tent.

📝 Race Day Registration

Race Day signup is available: fees are $75 for the half marathon, $60 for the 5K and $35 for the 1-mile walk. The kids event will stay $10.

🏨 Accommodation

Hotel booking link: https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/BK98B5

🙌 Get Involved

As a valued member of this community, your extra involvement is greatly appreciated! Post on social media using #parkinsonshalfmarathon, create a team and get your friends and family involved, or set a fundraising goal and encourage your network to give. Every effort helps support those affected by Parkinson’s disease.