Updated Jul 23, 2026
5K Races in Iowa
Browse 104 upcoming running races in Iowa with dates, cities, distances, registration status, and official links.
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104 races found
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Aug 8, 2026
Run the Valley 2026 | 5K + 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Rock Valley, IA 51247 | 5K
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Aug 15, 2026
Alzheimer's 5K and Half Marathon - 14th Annual
Dubuque, IA | Half Marathon, 5K
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Sutherland, IA 51058 | 3.1 Miles
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Oct 4, 2026
Especially for You Race Against Breast Cancer
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403 | 5K
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Nov 21, 2026
Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (47)
Bettendorf, IA 52722 | 5K
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Dec 12, 2026
Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (50)
Des Moines, IA 50320 | 5K
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Dec 19, 2026
Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (51)
Bettendorf, IA 52722 | 5K
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Apr 24, 2027
Kewash Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Washington, IA 52353 | 26.2 Miles
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Apr 25, 2027
Cedar Rapids Marathon Weekend - Early Bird
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 | 3.1 Miles
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Race planning guide
How to choose a 5k races in Iowa
Compare more than the date and distance. Open the official race page to review the exact start time, course surface, elevation, time limits, packet pickup, parking, accessibility, and refund or transfer policy before registering.
- Confirm the source: organizer pages control registration status, pricing, schedule changes, and cancellations.
- Check the course: road, trail, hills, altitude, and weather can make two events at the same distance feel very different.
- Plan race morning: verify the venue, parking instructions, start corral, and recommended arrival time.
- Match your training: leave enough time to build safely for the distance and recover before your next goal race.