Greater 8 and 5K
- Date Sat 27th June 2026 - Sun 28th June 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Creston, Iowa
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for the Greater 8 and 5K, an exhilarating event taking place from Saturday, June 27th to Sunday, June 28th, 2026, in the scenic town of Creston, Iowa! This exciting race weekend, held just before the 4th of July, not only brings the community together but also supports the incredible High Lakes Trails through participant registration fees. Runners can choose between two thrilling distances: the challenging 8-mile race and the spirited 5K, making it a perfect event for athletes of all levels.
Participants will have the chance to compete for fantastic cash prizes, with the top three finishers in both the 8-mile and 5K races receiving awards, including $300 for the 1st place in the 8-mile race! The event is made possible thanks to the generous support of Grater Regional Health and numerous local sponsors and volunteers, highlighting the community spirit of Creston. Join us for a weekend of fun, fitness, and fantastic camaraderie as we celebrate the joy of running and support a great cause!
Participants will have the chance to compete for fantastic cash prizes, with the top three finishers in both the 8-mile and 5K races receiving awards, including $300 for the 1st place in the 8-mile race! The event is made possible thanks to the generous support of Grater Regional Health and numerous local sponsors and volunteers, highlighting the community spirit of Creston. Join us for a weekend of fun, fitness, and fantastic camaraderie as we celebrate the joy of running and support a great cause!
Organiser's Description
This event takes place on the Saturday before the 4th of July in Creston, Iowa. This is a fundraiser and participant registration goes towards a donation for our AMAZING High Lakes Trails! Our title sponsor, Grater Regional Health and the many community sponsors and volunteers are what make this event & fundraiser so successful!
We award cash prizes for the top three finishers (male & female) in each race:
* 8 mile 1st: $300
* 8 mile 2nd: $200
* 8 mile 3rd: $100
* 5K 1st: $75
* 5K 2nd: $50
* 5K 3rd: $35
Age category winners receive recognition and various prizes as well.
We award cash prizes for the top three finishers (male & female) in each race:
* 8 mile 1st: $300
* 8 mile 2nd: $200
* 8 mile 3rd: $100
* 5K 1st: $75
* 5K 2nd: $50
* 5K 3rd: $35
Age category winners receive recognition and various prizes as well.
Races
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Greater 8
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$38.10
This race starts at Green Valley State Park and ends at McKinley Park. There is transportation that can take you from McKinley to Green Valley. That bus leaves at 6:50am -
5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
This race begins and ends at McKinley Park. You are encouraged to park at McKinley ball field or a side street. -
Virtual 8 Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee
$38.10
You are not guaranteed a shirt, finisher medal or swag bag. Message the race director after the event regarding availability. We cannot ship anything at our expense. -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
You are not guaranteed a shirt, finisher medal or swag bag. Message the race director after the event regarding availability. We cannot ship anything at our expense.
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