XOX-EAU 5K
Saturday, February 13, 2027 | 9:00 AM | Altoona, Wisconsin
A Valentine's Day 5K in Altoona, Wisconsin
Share the love at the xox-EAU 5K, a Valentine's Day run and walk in Altoona, Wisconsin—with a sweet twist! Enjoy a Holy Donut donut at every mile and another donut waiting for you at the finish line.
Run it with your sweetheart, walk it with your friends or make it a winter tradition. Come for the 3.1 miles, stay for the donuts! xox-EAU is all about getting outside, having fun and celebrating together.
Race Weekend Quick Links
2027 xox-EAU 5K Swag
Your 2027 xox-EAU 5K registration includes the donut-themed finisher medal plus your choice of a pink or navy xox-EAU water bottle.
Run All Four. Earn the Chair!
Participate in or volunteer at all four Eau Claire Marathon 5K Race Series events—hall-EAU-ween, ho H-EAU ho, xox-EAU and f-EAU-rth of July—and earn the exclusive ECM 5K Race Series Chair!
Prepare for Race Day
Find race information, registration details, event policies, awards, and answers to frequently asked questions about the XOX-Eau 5K.
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The race starts and finishes behind 44 North Gastropub in River Prairie Park (1488 Front Porch Place, Altoona, WI 54720)
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The donuts on the course are not gluten free but we are looking for gluten free accommodations for the future.
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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.
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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!
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Yes!
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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.
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Not for the xox-EAU 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!
We also have the Cheri Uelmen’s Fantastically Fun Kids’ Run Marathon Weekend.
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If space allows, yes!
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Good news — you have an option! You can switch to virtual.
Here's how to make the change:
1 Log into your account here: https://manage.hakuapp.com/login/eau-claire-marathon-organization
2 Click on Your Events
3 Click on View Registration
4 Click on Registration Options(bottom right corner)
5 Complete your category switch to virtual
With the virtual option, you'll still get the same finisher swag and medal.
If you run into any trouble making the switch online, you can email mailto:info@eauclairemarathon.com for help.
**We do not offer refunds or deferrals for the ECM 5K Race Series.
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Share the Love. Run the Miles.
Beat the winter blues and celebrate Valentine's season with a fun, welcoming race that brings the community together. Whether you're running with friends, family, or solo, there's plenty to love about the XOX-Eau 5K.