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Talk Pirate to Me 5K/10K/Half - Milwaukee

Talk Pirate to Me 5K/10K/Half - Milwaukee

Talk Pirate to Me Half: a pirate-themed trail run in Glendale park.

Race Date

Sep 27, 2026

Location

Glendale, WI

Quick facts

Date
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Location
Glendale, Wisconsin
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Trail
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Atmosphere

Local CommunityLow KeyGreat Swag

The Experience

Ahoy, runners! The Talk Pirate to Me Half Marathon brings a playful pirate spirit to Milwaukee's Richard E. Maslowski Glendale Community Park. Starting at 8:30 am, this trail run weaves through the park's wooded paths, offering a scenic escape from the city without leaving it. The course is primarily on soft surfaces, making it a gentle option for those seeking a low-key, nature-filled half.

The atmosphere is delightfully themed: runners don pirate garb, and the race celebrates International Talk Like a Pirate Day all month. Though the field is modest, the energy is high, with age group awards in five-year increments and a finisher award for all. The event is community-driven, with a local park setting that encourages a friendly, relaxed vibe.

Post-race, participants receive a super race shirt and finisher awards. While not a PR course due to the trail terrain, it's a charming, hidden-gem event for those wanting a fun, themed half marathon. The September weather in Milwaukee is typically mild, making it a comfortable day for a pirate-themed adventure.

Race-provided description

Ahoy, mateys! Hoist the colors and join us for the Talk Pirate to Me 5K/10K/Half Marathon, a swashbuckling adventure on the run celebrating International Talk Like a Pirate Day all month long. Whether you're a seasoned captain or a landlubber just looking for some fun, gather your crew and set sail for a race filled with pirate spirit, treasure, and plenty of "Arrr's!" Choose your quest—5K, 10K, or Half Marathon—and chart your course to the finish line. Every buccaneer who successfully walks the plank and crosses the finish line will earn a custom finisher medal worthy of any pirate's treasure chest. We're headed to Richard E. Maslowski Glendale Community Park in Milwaukee (Glenadale) for an 8:30 am start, and hitting the trail to celebrate the pirate in you.  Come out dressed in your favorite pirate garb (and some running shoes), and we'll hit the trail instead of walking the plank. Awards will be presented in all three distances to the top three male and female finishers in our traditional five-year age groups, giving pirates of all ages a chance to claim their share of the booty. So dust off your eye patches, practice your pirate lingo, and come celebrate a month of high-seas fun. There be treasure waiting at the finish line! Arrr you ready? Talk Pirate to Me!

Logistics

Race Day

Sunday, September 27, 2026

Start Time

8:30 AM

Giveaway

Shirt

Start Location

Richard E. Maslowski Glendale Community Park, Glendale, WI, 53209

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

trail

Scenery

Park

Surface

Dirt Trail

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Course Map

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details2/15

limited extras

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather2/10

typical high 73°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

56°

Afternoon (High)

73°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.0"

Precipitation

12 mph

Wind

69%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the Talk Pirate to Me 5K/10K/Half - Milwaukee?

The Talk Pirate to Me 5K/10K/Half - Milwaukee is held on Sunday, September 27, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.

Where does the Talk Pirate to Me 5K/10K/Half - Milwaukee take place?

It takes place in Glendale, Wisconsin.

What distances does the Talk Pirate to Me 5K/10K/Half - Milwaukee offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the Talk Pirate to Me 5K/10K/Half - Milwaukee course flat and good for a PR?

The Talk Pirate to Me 5K/10K/Half - Milwaukee is a rolling hills, loop course course.

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