Saturday, July 18, 2026
5K Run/Walk
Lumberjack Bowl, Hayward, WI
Price Hikes:
5/22/26
6/26/26
7/10/26
Compete in the only 5k race that starts and finishes at the Lumberjack Bowl during the Lumberjack World Championships, held annually in Hayward, WI. Tour the streets of Hayward on a fast and fun course that is great for running, walking, or both. Show us your lumberjack-est, woodsy-est costume and be entered for a chance to win a free entry to a Birkie event!
Pre-register before you leave home! No on-site registration available.
2026 Participant Shirt Design Coming Soon!
Protect your registration! Get reimbursed up to 100% on your registration if you can’t compete for a number of reasons. Protecht offers refund protection so you can insure your non-refundable registration fee in the case of injury, illness, or other unexpected events. Protecht can be purchased during your initial registration or up to five days after registration is completed.
Event parking can be found behind American Marine – Hayward, across from HWY B from the Lumberjack Bowl and the Lumberjack Village. Please note that there is NO street parking near the Lumberjack Bowl. Please obey all parking signs on the streets and area-businesses.
There are two options for bib pickup once you are registered. Please pre-register before you leave home, as there is no on-site registration.
Stick around the finish line and tell tall tales about the race while you enjoy post race snacks including Backroads baked goods, Untapped Waffles, and watermelon!
The top male, top female and one lucky finisher (drawn at random) will win a free entry to any individual Birkie event! (excluding camps)
Channel your flannel to the next level during your 5k! The participants with the best Lumberjack and Lumberjill costume will also be awarded a free entry to any individual Birkie event!
Learn more about Birkie partnerships by contacting Jen DeYoung at Jen.DeYoung@birkie.com.
