Heatwave Half Marathon - Milwaukee
Milwaukee's Heatwave Half Marathon offers a summer road race with family-friendly options and cool post-race treats.
Race Date
Jul 25, 2026
Location
Milwaukee, WI
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, July 25, 2026
- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50m, 1 Miles, 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles, Volunteer Then Run, Virtual Race
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 148
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Heatwave Half Marathon in Milwaukee is a popular summer road race, drawing participants for a sun-soaked challenge. This event, which also includes 10K and 5K distances, offers a festive atmosphere perfect for families.
Runners can expect a flat, fast course, ideal for achieving personal bests. The race provides essential amenities like chip-timing with live results and awards, along with free photos for participants. A unique perk is the complimentary ice cream at the finish line, a welcome treat on a warm summer day.
Swag includes a designer shirt and a custom medal, with early registration recommended to guarantee your shirt size. The event also offers a virtual race option for those unable to attend in person, and youth-based pricing makes it accessible for younger runners.
Race-provided description
Join us for the Heatwave Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K! A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family. The fun includes – Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medalChip-timing with live results and awardsFree photosFREE ice cream at the finish to help you cool offPlenty of hot fun in the summer sun!
Grab your friends and family—you won’t want to miss this one! Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! Youth-based pricing is available: ages 12 & under are only $17! Half Marathon/10K/5K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! Kid’s Dash is a fun, untimed dash for ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specially crafted medal for our youngest runners! (If your child wants to run the kid’s dash without swag, they’re welcome to run free on race day!) Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
Tank Top
Start Location
4400 N Estabrook Pkwy, Milwaukee, WI, 53211
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
1 year running
~148 finishers a year
growing or steady
0% returning runners
3 timing sources · 4 photos
runners from 13 states
winner 1:21:49
typical high 85°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
66°
Afternoon (High)
85°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 148 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
148
Median time
2:09:46
Latest turnout
148
States
13
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Heatwave Half Marathon - Milwaukee?
The Heatwave Half Marathon - Milwaukee was held on Saturday, July 25, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Heatwave Half Marathon - Milwaukee take place?
It takes place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
What distances does the Heatwave Half Marathon - Milwaukee offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50m, 1 Miles, 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles, Volunteer Then Run, Virtual Race.
Is the Heatwave Half Marathon - Milwaukee course flat and good for a PR?
The Heatwave Half Marathon - Milwaukee is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Heatwave Half Marathon - Milwaukee?
HalfRuns has finish records for 148 runners who have completed the Heatwave Half Marathon - Milwaukee.
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