Lodi Optimist ONE MOTHER OF A RUN
About the Event
Get Ready to Bring the Aloha to the 16th Annual ONE MOTHER of a RUN!
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Location: Lodi High School Sports Complex, 1100 Sauk Street, Lodi, WI
Event Line-Up:
8:00am: 11-Mile Run - The toughest in WI - earn serious bragging rights and compete for cash prizes!
8:30am: 5k Run/Walk - Whether you're sprinting or strolling, this race is for you!
9:30am: One Mile Kids’ Fun Run -
This event has something for everyone—and our Lodi community always shows up big to cheer you on!
The rural beauty of our scenic course pairs perfectly with a casual 5K walk with friends and family. Or bring the heat in our fast, competitive 5K sprint.
And for those ready to prove they’re a true ONE MOTHER of a RUNner, the legendary 11-mile challenge awaits—grueling, rewarding, and unforgettable.
We hope you’ll join us on May 9, 2026, as we turn Lodi into a little slice of the islands for one amazing morning.
The choice is yours.
- We’re ready to welcome you.
- We’re ready to encourage you.
- We’re ready. Are you?
Supporting Lodi Youth
ONE MOTHER OF A RUN is the #1 fundraiser for the Lodi Optimist Club! All proceeds stay right here in Lodi, helping keep costs low for youth programs, activities, and community projects.
The event is organized by Activate Lodi—a community group dedicated to providing wellness, activity, and education opportunities for all ages and ability levels.
Join fellow runners on May 9, 2026 for the Lodi Optimist ONE MOTHER OF A RUN. It's a fantastic 5K, 17.7K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Lodi.
Races Offered
Running
5k
11-mile
Kids Fun Run
Each child will receive an event t-shirt, warm-up with Susie the Duck, start line is on the amazing new Lodi Stadium Turf, on-course supporters (100% off the road, i.e. SAFE), and the joy of crossing the finish line with supporters cheer them on, and our team ready to darn them with their finisher medal! Snacks and treats at the finish line too. It's truly a magical moment for every child, their families, and our entire community!
About Lodi
Lodi Optimist ONE MOTHER OF A RUN takes place in Lodi, Wisconsin, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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