xox-EAU 5K
Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Race Time: 9:00 AM
Location: River Prairie, Altoona
Packet Pick Up:
Tuesday, February 10th - 3:00 - 7:00 PM - ECM STORAGE UNIT (323 N Dewey Street, Eau Claire)
Race morning - 7:45 AM - 8:45 AM @ 44 North Gastropub (1488 Front Porch Place, Altoona, WI 54720)
The xox-EAU 5K is all about FUN! This isn’t your typical race—it’s a FUN RUN!
We encourage everyone to pause, enjoy their d-EAU-nut at every mile, and soak up the good vibes.
No official finish times, but if you’re curious, feel free to track your run on your watch.
Who’s ready for some sweet miles and even sweeter treats?
POST RACE PARTY
After crossing the finish line, join us for a celebratory lunch at 44 North!
📍 Where: 44 North
⏰ When: Right after the race
Refuel, relax, and toast to your achievement with great food, drinks, and good vibes! 🍔🍹
Bring your crew and celebrate your run with us—see you there!
5k race series - faq
ARE THE DONUTS GLUTEN FREE? The donuts on the course are not Gluten Free but we are Gluten Free accommodations for 2026!
ARE THE DONUTS PEANUT FREE? The donuts themselves do not contain any nuts; however, Holy Donuts uses peanut oil to fry their donuts. While highly refined peanut oil is not considered a major allergen and is not required to be labeled as such, we always recommend those with severe peanut allergies use their discretion.
ARE DOGS ALLOWED? Due to the donuts on the course, dogs are not allowed at the xox-EAU 5K, but if you’re interested in running with your dog, check out the f-EAU-rth of July 5K + dog run!
ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED? Yes!
DO YOU HAVE TO REGISTER KIDS IN STROLLERS? If your child is riding along and would like race swag, donuts, and/or a medal at the finish line, please register them individually. If they do NOT want race swag, donuts and/or a medal, you do NOT have the register them.
IS THERE A SEPARATE KIDS RACE? Not for the hall-EAU-ween 5K but if you’re interested in a kids’ race, please check out ho h-EAU ho 5K and/or f-EAU-rth of July 5K!
WILL THERE BE RACE DAY REGISTRATION? If space allows, yes!
Additional questions, please email: info@eauclairemarathon.com
