Houdini 10K
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Event overview
The Houdini 10K is scheduled for November 1, 2025, in Appleton, Wisconsin. The event includes an in-person 10K and a Virtual 10K. The in-person course starts at Houdini Plaza and finishes in Jones Park. The route passes sections of the Newberry Trail and the Appleton Locks. Magicians will perform along the morning course and finish area. The event is part of the 4imprint Race Series.
Course, amenities and logistics
All participants receive a participant shirt, a finisher medal, finish-line food, and chip timing. Beer from Copper State Brewing Co. (or a soda) is available to those 21 and older at the finish. The 2025 finisher medal is a spinner design honoring Houdini's "vanishing elephant" trick, featuring the elephant "Jennie." Water stops are located at about 2.25 miles and 4.25 miles. Toilets are available at the start area, at each water stop, and at the finish. Strollers are welcome on the course. Awards are given to overall male and female winners and to the top three male and female finishers in each age group (12 & under through 70+); there is no formal awards ceremony. Packet pick-up is held the weekend of the race. The virtual event includes the 2025 finisher medal, participant shirt, and a sponsor goody bag; virtual participants are not scored and are not eligible for awards.
Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 10K
- Virtual 10K