Frequently Asked Questions

What is the I Run Kids Marathon Program?

The I Run Kids Marathon Program is a summer running and reading program where kids in grades 1 to 8 will run 26.2 miles and reading 26 books or reading for 26 hours over the summer. At the final event, all kids will gather and run the final mile of our marathon together finishing at the same finish line.

 

Who can enter the I Run Kids Marathon?

All children from grades 1 through 8 are encouraged to enter. Children younger that 1st grade can participate, but parental caution is advised. Please invite a friend to join you!

 

My friend heard about the program and wants to sign up. Can he or she still sign up this summer?

Sign up deadline is July 31, 2020.

 

What is the cost of the Program?

The entry cost is $12.50 per child thanks to generous gifts from our many sponsors.

 

What do I get?

All entrants should print out an I Run Kids Marathon Running & Reading Log. At the FINAL MILE, all participants will receive a t-shirt. Upon finishing the final mile of the marathon, each participant will receive a Finishers Medal. There will also be a lot of door prizes to give away.

 

How will we receive our T-shirts?

T-shirts will be given to all participants at the final mile event.

 

When will I receive my other prizes?

You will be awarded your finishers medal at the finish line on at WLC at our FINAL MILE Celebration. You will also receive a small goody bag at that time.

 

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How do I receive my shirt and medal if I can’t make it to the Final Mile Celebration?

Please let us or your School Representative know if can’t make the FINAL MILE Event. We will arrange to get your medal and shirt to you. Delivery costs will be covered to the schools that participate with a representative. If you don’t have school representative, there will be a small mailing charge (approx. $5), please email us kidsmarathon@yahoo.com.

 

Do I need to be present at the FINAL MILE event in order to win the special door prizes that are being given away?

Yes you do. We have a limited number of special prizes that were generously donated by our sponsors and you must be present to win.

 

How do I log my miles and books?

You will log your running and reading on the I Run Kids Marathon Log that will be available to print off here on the website. You can run in intervals as small as 1/4 mile at a time. Reading can be logged by the book or by the 1/4 hour of reading (or combination of reading).

 

Do I have to run the required miles or can I walk?

Either one is fine, you can either walk or run. We encourage you to run but it’s up to you.

 

Who can I run with?

You can run with your friends, family, or by yourself. Try to get your parents to run with you so they can share the benefits of exercise as well.

 

When is the FINAL MILE & celebration?

The date of the final mile is Saturday, August 29, 2020 6PM – 9PM. Please show up early as the mile run is not the only activity going on. The giveaways will be after the final runners finish.

 

 

Where is the final event located?

The final event will be held at Wisconsin Lutheran College's Raabe Stadium in Milwaukee. The address is 1401 N. Swan Blvd. and along Underwood Parkway about 1/4 mile west of Hwy 45 at the Watertown Plank Rd. exit.

 

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From the North:

Take 45 South and Exit at Watertown Plank Rd. West

Follow West to the new Swam Blvd and Turn Right (0.2 Miles)

Take first left to Underwood Creek Pkwy (0.1 Miles)

Enter Roundabout and take first right and follow to WLC Parking Lot.

 

From the South:

Take 894 to 45 North through Zoo Interchange

Take 45 North and Exit at Swan Blvd West

Follow to the new Swan Blvd and Turn Right (0.4 Miles)

Take first left to Underwood Creek Pkwy (0.1 Miles)

Enter Roundabout and take first right and follow to WLC Parking Lot.

 

From the West:

Take I-94 to 45 North through the Zoo Interchange

Take 45 North and Exit at Swan Blvd West

Follow to the new Swan Blvd and Turn Right (0.4 Miles)

Take first left to Underwood Creek Pkwy (0.1 Miles)

Enter Roundabout and take first right and follow to WLC Parking Lot.

 

 

If is it raining will the FINAL MILE Event be held?

Yes, rain or shine the event will go on.

 

Are you still looking for parent volunteers to help during the Final Mile Event?

Yes we are! We need lots of parent volunteers to help make this a successful event. We need course marshals, helpers with food/drink preparation and distribution, and a clean-up crew. Please email us at kidsmarathon@yahoo.com if you can help. Thank you!

 

I have a different question, who do I contact?

You can contact your I Run Kids Marathon school representative or email us at kidsmarathon@yahoo.com