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Crazylegs Classic

Name: Crazylegs Classic
Start: 2026-04-25
End: 2026-04-25
Location: Madison, Wisconsin

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Madison, Wisconsin, United States

calendar_today 25 Apr, 2026

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sell $28.00 – $35.00

About the Event

The last Saturday of April each spring, over 10,000 Badgers descend downtown State Street to kick off the Crazylegs Classic.

Not surprisingly, the idea for this event was hatched in late 1981 by three Badger loyalists at a campus bar. The three, Tom Grantham, Ken Sparks, and Rich Backus, wanted to raise money to support UW Athletics. As admirers of then- Athletic Director Elroy Hirsch, they asked his permission to name it the "Crazylegs Run" in his honor.

The first race in 1982 attracted 1,525 runners and raised $9,500. The event grew in popularity and the walk was added in 1987 with 676 walkers the first year. The event has grown substantially reaching a record high of 20,415 in 2010. Since the inaugural race 43 years ago, it has attracted over 354,000 runners and walkers. The Crazylegs Classic has become a time-honored tradition of the University of Wisconsin, as well as a much-anticipated event to kickoff spring in the Madison community.

Races Offered

8K Run

Apr 25, 2026

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Distance — 8K

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Type — Running

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10:00

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$35.00

Fun and Fitness Team - 8K Run

Apr 25, 2026

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Distance — 8K

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Type — Running

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10:00

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$35.00

2 Mile Walk

Apr 25, 2026

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Distance — 2 Miles

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Type — Running

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10:20

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$30.00

Fun and Fitness Team - 2 Mile Walk

Apr 25, 2026

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Distance — 2 Miles

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Type — Running

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10:20

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$28.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Madison.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 4.1° / 14.5°

wb_sunny -0.6° / 10.6°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 15.3 /

water_drop 68.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 4.1° / 14.5°

wb_sunny -0.6° / 10.6°

air 15.3 km/h

water_drop 68.2%

About Madison

Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is situated on an isthmus between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona. As the anchor of the Greater Madison Area, it is home to the University of Wisconsin — Madison, one of the premier universities in the United States. It is a vibrant city known for its natural beauty, vibrant cultural scene, and academic excellence. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities such as hiking, biking, and exploring the city's many museums and art galleries. The city is also known for its diverse and delicious food options.