2026 Eagle Chase @ Fire on the River
Eagle Chase @ Fire on the River: a July 4th half marathon with free breakfast and finisher medals.
Expected Race Date
~Jul 2026
Date not yet announced — this is when the race usually runs.
Location
Sauk City, WI
Quick facts
- Date
- around July 2026 (expected)
- Location
- Sauk City, Wisconsin
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Eagle Chase @ Fire on the River is a small-town July 4th tradition in Sauk City, Wisconsin, drawing roughly 86 finishers each year from about nine states. About 14% of runners return for this well-kept secret, which has been run eight times as of 2025.
The half marathon starts at Sauk City Riverfront Park and finishes behind the Village Hall on Riviera Street, taking runners through the quiet streets of this Wisconsin river town. All participants receive a free breakfast after the race, and every half marathon finisher earns a medal. Trophies go to first-place age group winners.
With its modest field and community-focused amenities, the race offers a low-key, welcoming atmosphere perfect for first-timers or anyone looking for a no-fuss race on a holiday morning. The free post-race breakfast and finisher medals add to the appeal, making it a hidden gem with genuine hometown character.
Race-provided description
Race Times: Half Marathon: 7:00am 10K and 5K: 7:05am START Sauk City Riverfront Park236 Water St., Sauk City WI5K . 10K . 1/2 MARATHONStart Time: 7:00 & 7:05 FINISH Behind Sauk City Village Hall (on Riviera Street) Free Breakfast to all participants!! Trophies for First Place Half Marathon in Age Group! Medals for each Half-Marathon Finisher! Medals for First Place Age Groups the 5K and 10K! Packet Pickup: FRIDAY PACKET PICK UP LOCATION: Friday, 7/3 - 4:30 - 7:30pm at Sauk City Riverfront Park, 236 Water St, Prairie du Sac, WI 53578 - Under the Pavilion Saturday, 7/4 - 5:30am - 6:30am at 236 Water St, Sauk City, WI 53583 All RACES will have a Gun Start but are Bib Timed. Parking Parking available at the Riverfront Park Race Start, and at Jaycee Park at 305 Hemlock St, Sauk City, WI 53583
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Small Town
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
Solid Pick538 years running
~91 finishers a year
shrinking
14% returning runners
limited extras
runners from 9 states
winner 1:19:42
no weather data yet
Frequently asked
When is the 2026 Eagle Chase @ Fire on the River?
The 2026 Eagle Chase @ Fire on the River hasn't announced its next date yet, but it typically takes place around July 2026 (expected).
Where does the 2026 Eagle Chase @ Fire on the River take place?
It takes place in Sauk City, Wisconsin.
What distances does the 2026 Eagle Chase @ Fire on the River offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2026 Eagle Chase @ Fire on the River course flat and good for a PR?
The 2026 Eagle Chase @ Fire on the River is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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