Iowa Trail Run Series: A Midsummer Night's Run
- Date Sat 21st June 2025
- Time 7:30PM EST
- Location Ames, Iowa
- Price $41.28
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of adventure at the Iowa Trail Run Series: A Midsummer Night's Run on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at McFarland Park in Ames, Story County! This exciting event invites runners of all levels to embrace the thrill of the night with two race distances: a challenging 5K and a scenic 10K. As the sun sets on a beautiful Iowa summer night, participants will traverse a captivating mix of single track trails, prairie, and gravel paths, making it a perfect opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the great outdoors.
Not only will you enjoy a well-organized race with clear markings and course support, but your registration also contributes to a great cause, with $3 from each entry going to the Conservation Partners of Story County. After crossing the finish line, indulge in a variety of post-race food, join in on games, and enter giveaways from sponsors. Plus, each participant will receive a custom bib, a rotating race item, and the chance to sign up for the complete series for even more exciting perks! Don’t miss out on this unique evening of fun and fitness—mark your calendars and prepare for a magical night!
Not only will you enjoy a well-organized race with clear markings and course support, but your registration also contributes to a great cause, with $3 from each entry going to the Conservation Partners of Story County. After crossing the finish line, indulge in a variety of post-race food, join in on games, and enter giveaways from sponsors. Plus, each participant will receive a custom bib, a rotating race item, and the chance to sign up for the complete series for even more exciting perks! Don’t miss out on this unique evening of fun and fitness—mark your calendars and prepare for a magical night!
Organiser's Description
2024 UPDATE! THIS YEAR'S MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S RUN WILL TAKE PLACE BACK AT MCFARLAND PARK!
YOUR PARENTS ALWAYS TOLD YOU NOT TO PLAY IN THE WOODS AT NIGHT, RIGHT? NOW'S YOUR CHANCE TO GIVE IT A GO! TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE OF A 5K OR 10K AT MCFARLAND PARK JUST OUTSIDE OF AMES. THERE'S A GREAT MIX OF SINGLE TRACK TRAIL, PRAIRIE, AND GRAVEL. YOU'LL DO IT ALL AS THE SUN SETS ON A BEAUTIFUL IOWA SUMMER NIGHT! $3 FROM EVERY REGISTRATION GOES TO THE CONSERVATION PARTNERS OF STORY COUNTY WHO HELP KEEP PETERSON PARK, MCFARLAND PARK, AND THE OTHER GREAT PUBLIC PARKS IN STORY COUNTY, BEAUTIFUL!
The Iowa Trail Run Series is not about spending a bunch of cash for no reason. You'll get a great race with clear marking and course support, with basic timing, a cool custom bib, and a rotating race item such as a BUFF, socks, a stocking cap, coffee mug, and aluminum water bottle. Signing up for the entire series includes a series backpack! Do you want a really soft and comfy tri-blend shirt with one of our Animal Icons? Great! Add one during your registration. We know some people have enough stuff in their closet and others may want to commemorate the day! Plenty of post-race food to refuel! Games! Giveaways from sponsors!
YOUR PARENTS ALWAYS TOLD YOU NOT TO PLAY IN THE WOODS AT NIGHT, RIGHT? NOW'S YOUR CHANCE TO GIVE IT A GO! TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE OF A 5K OR 10K AT MCFARLAND PARK JUST OUTSIDE OF AMES. THERE'S A GREAT MIX OF SINGLE TRACK TRAIL, PRAIRIE, AND GRAVEL. YOU'LL DO IT ALL AS THE SUN SETS ON A BEAUTIFUL IOWA SUMMER NIGHT! $3 FROM EVERY REGISTRATION GOES TO THE CONSERVATION PARTNERS OF STORY COUNTY WHO HELP KEEP PETERSON PARK, MCFARLAND PARK, AND THE OTHER GREAT PUBLIC PARKS IN STORY COUNTY, BEAUTIFUL!
The Iowa Trail Run Series is not about spending a bunch of cash for no reason. You'll get a great race with clear marking and course support, with basic timing, a cool custom bib, and a rotating race item such as a BUFF, socks, a stocking cap, coffee mug, and aluminum water bottle. Signing up for the entire series includes a series backpack! Do you want a really soft and comfy tri-blend shirt with one of our Animal Icons? Great! Add one during your registration. We know some people have enough stuff in their closet and others may want to commemorate the day! Plenty of post-race food to refuel! Games! Giveaways from sponsors!
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