Race for a Place to Call Home

The Race for a Place to Call Home is an annual running event held at Riverside Park in Janesville, Wisconsin. Scheduled for August 16, 2025, it features multiple distances including a 1-mile run/walk, 5K run and walk, a 10K run, and the timed 16:49 Challenge. The course is flat and fast, ideal for personal records, with professional chip timing and awards for top finishers.

Participants receive bibs, t-shirts, finisher medallions, and swag bags. The event supports Project 16:49, a nonprofit aiding homeless youth in Rock County by providing essential services and transitional housing. The race fosters a supportive atmosphere rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.