UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine SAVMA Wags for Wellness 5k 2026

Name: UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine SAVMA Wags for Wellness 5k 2026
Start: 2026-04-19
End: 2026-04-19
Location: Madison, Wisconsin

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Madison, Wisconsin, United States

calendar_today 19 Apr, 2026

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About the Event

Saturday, April 19 at UW Madison Lakeshore Path

EVENT DESCRIPTION

You are invited to participate in the UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine SAVMA's Run/ Walk 5k to raise awareness regarding wellness and mental well-being for veterinary students and professionals.

Dogs are welcome to participate in the race as well. *Completion of a waiver and submission of up to date vaccination documentation (Rabies and Distemper) are required for participation*

EVENT LOGISTICS:

Check-In Time: 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Race Start Time: 9:00 AM

PARKING:

Lot 60 near the boat launch. Parking is free on the weekends.

***IF THERE IS RAIN OR SNOW DURING THE EVENT, THE RACE WILL STILL BE HELD***

Registered participants will receive a T-shirt and a grab bag. Raffle prizes and a breakfast will occur post race.

The registration fee increases as we get closer to the race date so be sure to purchase tickets early!

Races Offered

UW-Madison SAVMA 5K Wags for Wellness Walk/Run 2026

Apr 19, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$30.00

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.