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thank you Tom

As we continue preparing for the 30th season of the Neenah Summer Fun Run series, we need to pause and reflect. We are heartbroken to learn that Tom Jensen has passed away. Tom would defer all credit and thank all the volunteers who made the fun runs special for so many kids. However, we all know Tom was the catalyst to start the program and the strong will to not only hold it together but grow the program for three decades. Tom was a teacher, coach, mentor, friend, and all-around kind human. There will still be running, fun, cookies, and Dilly Bars this summer. We will cheer for all the young kids learning the joy of running and hand out ribbons to celebrate. But we will have to do all this without our head volunteer, biggest cheerleader, and most compassionate friend. Thank you, Tom!

2025 is here!

Click here to register for the 30th Anniversary of Neenah Fun Runs!

The dates for summer 2025 are as follows:

June 1 * June 15 * June 29 * July 13

our 30th year will be extra special! join the fun…

June 1st - first run of the season will start early with these special fun things…

  • Inflatable Obstacle Course

  • Bounce house with slides

  • Face painting

  • Balloon twisting

  • Police Color Guard

  • Live Performance of National Anthem

June 29 - third run, and these extra fun things…

  • Several local mascots - who might race each other?

  • Brian Cleven, a clinical exercise physiologist for Bellin Health who recently wrote a book titled "Kenzie Runs the World"

June 15 & July 13 - will include the usual fun things like Dairy Queen and Great Harvest cookies!

join the fun!

Thank you to Adam Shea Photography for the cool video spotlighting our awesome runners!

About

The Neenah Summer Fun Run program is a series of free running events provided every summer for children ages 14 and under. The events, including post-run refreshments and awards, are provided at no cost to participants thanks to the generosity of local sponsors.

The program has been a treasured summer tradition for 30 years! It was started in 1996 by a group of local running enthusiasts, including coaches and former Neenah High School athletes. Many of them are still actively involved today. 

The Fun Runs operate under the umbrella of the Neenah Park & Recreation Department and is staffed completely by volunteers.

Registration Information

Participants are encouraged to register in advance for the Neenah Summer Fun Run Series. You only need to register once for the entire series. A race tag can be picked up at the shelter prior to your event.

Please register today even if you’re unsure about attendance then we will have a tag ready for you on race day!

Day of registration is available on site at the George Scherck Shelter prior to the event. Please allow plenty of time to get registered before the start of your event.

 

Contact Us

The Neenah Summer Fun Runs would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors and the community volunteers who coordinate the events.  We are always welcoming new sponsors and volunteers to help ensure the events continue long into the future.  Please let us know if you are interested in joining us!

Please complete the form below and we will be in touch soon.