A Pot of Gold Shared Half Marathon and 5K
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Oskaloosa, Iowa
- Price $38.10 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Pot of Gold Shared Half Marathon and 5K on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the charming city of Oskaloosa, Mahaska! This vibrant event takes place on the scenic Mahaska County Recreation Trail, with a delightful mix of picturesque trails and city streets, all centered around the newly established Lacey Complex Stadium. Runners can expect a challenging, hilly course that rewards them with stunning views, making it a perfect adventure for both seasoned athletes and newcomers alike.
Participants will have the opportunity to compete in either the half marathon or the 5K, with medals awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each age division. Every finisher will also take home a unique race pint glass, and long-sleeve shirts will be available based on availability, so sign up early! Join the community spirit as proceeds from this event will support scholarships for aspiring male and female runners, alongside funding projects for the Mahaska County Sheriff's Reserves. Don't miss out on this fantastic day of fitness, fun, and fellowship in Oskaloosa!
Participants will have the opportunity to compete in either the half marathon or the 5K, with medals awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each age division. Every finisher will also take home a unique race pint glass, and long-sleeve shirts will be available based on availability, so sign up early! Join the community spirit as proceeds from this event will support scholarships for aspiring male and female runners, alongside funding projects for the Mahaska County Sheriff's Reserves. Don't miss out on this fantastic day of fitness, fun, and fellowship in Oskaloosa!
Organiser's Description
The half marathon will be on the Mahaska County Recreation Trail all around Oskaloosa with a little bit of the running on the streets. UPDATE: The race will begin by the new Lacey Complex Stadium. This will allow for more parking and better central location for the meet. We will follow the path down and around the city of Oskaloosa. The course is hilly, but full of a lot of beautiful scenery. The race will begin and end by the community stadium for your convenience.
The Mahaska County Sheriff's Reserves will be hosting our third Pot of Gold Shared Half Marathon and 5K. Proceeds go towards a scholarship for a male and female runner, and the rest of the funds will go to support other reserve funding projects for Mahaska County.
We will give medals to the top 3 individuals Male and Female in each age division in the half marathon and 5k. All finishers will receive a race pint glass. Long sleeves will be handed out based on availability, so please make sure that we have you signed up because we will need to get shirt orders in by Mid-February!!!
Packet Pick-Up will be at the Emergency Management Agency Building 6-8 p.m. on March 28th. Also, you will be able to pick-up packets at 7:30 a.m. for half marathon and 8:00 for the 5k on March 29th if needed at the start line at Lacey Complex.
The Mahaska County Sheriff's Reserves will be hosting our third Pot of Gold Shared Half Marathon and 5K. Proceeds go towards a scholarship for a male and female runner, and the rest of the funds will go to support other reserve funding projects for Mahaska County.
We will give medals to the top 3 individuals Male and Female in each age division in the half marathon and 5k. All finishers will receive a race pint glass. Long sleeves will be handed out based on availability, so please make sure that we have you signed up because we will need to get shirt orders in by Mid-February!!!
Packet Pick-Up will be at the Emergency Management Agency Building 6-8 p.m. on March 28th. Also, you will be able to pick-up packets at 7:30 a.m. for half marathon and 8:00 for the 5k on March 29th if needed at the start line at Lacey Complex.
Races
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A Pot of Gold Shared Half Marathon
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$43.40
The race will be on the Mahaska Country Recreation trail with some hills and a few streets. -
A Pot of Gold Shared 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.10
OPENS 16 SEP
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