The Mike Ariens Run/Walk is a community event presented by AriensCo in Brillion, Wisconsin, to promote health, wellness, and community in honor of the late Mike Ariens. The Kids Run will use Ariens Nordic Center trails exclusively. 

Several elements of the Mike Ariens Run/Walk are unique to further remember and honor Mike. Mike loved to run and always wore a bucket hat. He also loved ice cream! To this day, AriensCo employees remember Mike every year on his birthday with an ice cream treat. Every participant and volunteer will receive a Mike Ariens Run/Walk Bucket Hat and will enjoy an ice cream treat at the finish line celebration!

Race day is Friday, Aug. 16, with a 6:00 p.m. start at Ariens Nordic Center. After the race, participants can enjoy ice cream and receive their Mike Ariens Run/Walk medals. Top finishers and overall age awards will also be presented!