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Strides for Africa

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

calendar_today 15 Aug, 2026

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About the Event

Strides for Africa Run/Walk – August 15, 2026 | McPike Park, Downtown Madison

Join us for the Strides for Africa Run/Walk, a family-friendly event open to all ages and held in-person at McPike Park as part of the kickoff to Africa Fest 2026. Participants can choose from a 5K run, a 5K walk, a 1.5-mile fun walk, a kids' fun run, or take part in a unique team relay that reflects the challenges of collecting water in rural Africa.

Proceeds support Strides for Africa’s clean water, education, and health projects in rural African communities. These initiatives contribute to improved access to water, support for youth education, and measurable community health outcomes. Locally, the event also offers participants a way to engage as global citizens through purposeful action.

This year, instead of t-shirts, each participant will receive a handmade Kenyan paper bead bracelet, supporting environmental sustainability and women artisans who are working to help build community-led education infrastructure for their children. In addition, participants can show their race bib to redeem a free drink at the Africa Fest "Beer Tent" following the event.

Races Offered

0.25 Mile - Kids Fun Run

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 0.25 Miles

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10:00

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$15.00

1.5 Mile Team Relay

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 1.5 Miles

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10:30

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$30.00

1.5-Mile Fun Walk

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 1.5 Miles

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10:30

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$25.00

5K Run

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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10:30

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$30.00

5K Walk

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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10:30

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$25.00

Weather History

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

thermostat Temperature

17.3° / 26.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

17.4° / 26.4°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 28m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.0 mm

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—

air Avg wind speed

10.2 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

High (7.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

75.8%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:04

nightlight Sunset

19:57

About Madison

Learn more about the host city, 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.