- Why was the date changed for the 2009 Briggs & Al's Run & Walk for Children's Hospital?
Due to the Jewish holidays Rosh Hashanah, in 2009, and Yom Kippur, in 2010, the dates for Briggs & Al’s Run & Walk for Children’s Hospital have changed. The run and walk will be held Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009 and Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010. We will return to our regular schedule in 2011, which is the third Saturday in September.
- Do I have to raise pledges to participate in this event?
Pledgeraising is not a requirement of participation but highly encouraged. Your registration fee covers the cost for you to participate in the event. Pledgeraising makes it possible for us to provide medical care for more than 325,000 patient visits every year. Raise $100 or more to qualify for prizes.
- Can I raise pledges online?
Yes! Now it's even easier to raise pledges for Briggs & Al's Run & Walk. Create a personalized pledgeraising web page to help you ask your family and friends for their support. Visit Firstgiving.com/alsrun soon to start raising pledges online.
If you are eligible for pledge prizes for pledges raised through the website, please visit the pledge tent on the day of the event with a printout of your Firstgiving web page, including the total raised at the bottom of the page.
- Where do I mail my entry form?
Children's Hospital and Health System Foundation
PO Box 1997, MS 3050
Milwaukee, WI 53201-1997
- How do I get a logo printed on the back of my T-shirt?
Form a team! All teams with 10 or more team members are eligible to submit a back print design for their Briggs & Al's Run & Walk T-shirts.
- What are the guidelines for submitting team back print artwork?
Only teams with 10 or more members will receive a back print. Black-and-white (no color) electronic artwork only. Preferred formats: PDF, TIFF or JPEG files with a minimum resolution of 200 dpi. Maximum imprint area is 9 inches wide by 11 inches high for teams with a mix of adults and children. For adult-only teams, the maximum imprint area is 12 inches by 12 inches. Toddler shirts (2-4) will not receive a back print.
- Where does Briggs & Al's Run & Walk start and at what time?
The event starts on the Marquette University campus on 12th Street and Wisconsin Avenue. Wheelchair participants start at 10:15 a.m. and runners at 10:30 a.m. Walkers follow closely behind.
- How do I get to the start line?
Check out the maps on our Event Info page.
- How early should I arrive at the event?
The earlier you arrive, the better. Free parking is available at the south end of Maier Festival Park (Summerfest grounds) near the South Gate. The Milwaukee Police Department may close the streets and ramps as early as 9 a.m. to ensure the safety of all participants. A shuttle bus in Lots F & H will take you to the start line. Shuttle buses will run from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
- Is there an area where I can store my personal belongings while I am running or walking?
There will be a warm-up drop-off located at the start line. Pick-up is at our Finish Line Celebration at Maier Festival Park.
- Can I register on the day of the run and walk?
Yes. There is a registration tent set up near the start line on the Marquette University campus. Please note that registration fees increase by $5.00 the day of the event:
- Where do I turn in my pledges?
Please turn in all pledge forms and money on the day of the event at the pledge tent located at the start line. You will receive any pledge prizes you are eligible for at that time. You also can drop off or mail your pledges to Children's Hospital and Health System Foundation prior to the event.
- Is there a party after the race?
Yes! Join us at the Finish Line Celebration for awards, music, food, children's activities and the Health & Fitness Fair at Maier Festival Park.
- Where is a good place to meet people on the Maier Festival Grounds following the run and walk?
The information booth is a central meeting place if you become separated from your group during the Finish Line Celebration. It is located just inside the mid gate on the grounds.
- If someone in my family or team is unable to participate, can I use their bib number or give it to a friend?
No. We are sorry, but bibs are not transferable.
- Where can I register if I am an elite runner?
You can reigster online or in person at 10361 Innovation Drive, Suite 200, Wauwatosa, WI 53226. On the day of the event, please note the elite registration table located in the registration tent at the start line.
- Who do I contact if I registered as a runner and received a walker bib number?
Please call us at (414) 266-1520 for any bib problems.
- How will I receive my event packet if I register online?
If you register online, your packet will be mailed to you. There is a $3.50 per participant handling charge. If you are on a team, your team captain is responsible for delivering your race packet.
- Will I receive an e-mail confirmation if I register online?
All participants who register online will receive an e-mail confirmation shortly after they complete the registration process. This confirmation means your registration has been received. However, your registration is not complete until your credit card has been processed, which occurs within 24 hours of submitting your registration.
- Who do I make my check out to if I want to make a donation?
All checks should be made payable to Briggs & Al's Run & Walk for Children's Hospital. Thank you for your support!
- Will the team and individual race results be posted on the Web site?
The team and individual race results will be posted by name on the Web site by 5 p.m. on race day.
- If I register the day of the event, do I qualify for age division awards?
Yes, even race-day registrations will qualify for age division awards.
- Can I still turn in pledges I receive after the event?
Yes, but you will not be eligible for pledge prizes.
- Can I bring a stroller to the event?
Yes, strollers are allowed on the race course.
- Can I bring my dog to the event?
No, dogs are not allowed at the event.