John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum 5K
- Date Sat 7th June 2025
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Waterloo, Iowa
- Price Free - $25.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Sprint
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum 5K on Saturday, June 7th, 2025, in Waterloo, Black Hawk! This vibrant event celebrates the rich history of John Deere, located at the birthplace of the first John Deere tractor factory, and invites both serious runners and casual participants to join in the action. The 5K race kicks off at 8:00 a.m., preceded by a special kids' race, "The Spoker Sprint," starting at 7:30 a.m.
Participants will enjoy a scenic, flat, closed-to-traffic loop, perfect for runners of all levels. After crossing the finish line, every runner will be awarded a medal, marking their achievement. But the festivities don’t stop there! From outdoor and indoor exhibits to engaging games and activities, the fun continues until 1 p.m. Be sure to check out the impressive John Deere tractors on display! Plus, by registering for this event, you’ll be supporting a great cause, as a portion of the registration fee will be donated to Northeast Iowa Food Bank to help combat hunger in the community. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, community spirit, and a commitment
Participants will enjoy a scenic, flat, closed-to-traffic loop, perfect for runners of all levels. After crossing the finish line, every runner will be awarded a medal, marking their achievement. But the festivities don’t stop there! From outdoor and indoor exhibits to engaging games and activities, the fun continues until 1 p.m. Be sure to check out the impressive John Deere tractors on display! Plus, by registering for this event, you’ll be supporting a great cause, as a portion of the registration fee will be donated to Northeast Iowa Food Bank to help combat hunger in the community. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, community spirit, and a commitment
Organiser's Description
This webpage is for the John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum race on June 7th. For information on the August 2024/2025 Waterloo Works 5K here [https://runsignup.com/Race/IA/Waterloo/JohnDeereWaterloo5K] for more details!
Join us at the John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum to celebrate the history of John Deere in Waterloo! Waterloo is the official site of the first John Deere tractor factory and has been home to John Deere Waterloo Works for over 100 years! This event will be hosted at the John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum where you can run with John Deere employees and community members of the Cedar Valley. This flat, closed-to-traffic loop is great for serious racers and fun runners alike.
We'll have a kids' race "The Spoker Sprint" start at 7:30 a.m. and our 5K starts at 8:00 a.m. Medals will be awarded following the conclusion of the 5K.
The fun doesn't end with the run! Outdoor and indoor exhibits, games, and activities continue until 1pm. And of course there will be plenty of John Deere tractors! The museum will also be open for visitors, so make sure to check out the exhibits!
JOHN DEERE WILL BE DONATING A PORTION OF YOUR REGISTRATION FEE TO NORTHEAST IOWA FOODBANK TO HELP END HUNGER BECAUSE NO PERSON SHOULD EVER HAVE TO GO HUNGRY.
Right now, one in six people in Northeast Iowa dont have enough to eat. When supporting the food bank we help provide food and hope to hungry children, families and seniors right here in our community. Together, we can fight hunger in Northeast Iowa.
Join us at the John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum to celebrate the history of John Deere in Waterloo! Waterloo is the official site of the first John Deere tractor factory and has been home to John Deere Waterloo Works for over 100 years! This event will be hosted at the John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum where you can run with John Deere employees and community members of the Cedar Valley. This flat, closed-to-traffic loop is great for serious racers and fun runners alike.
We'll have a kids' race "The Spoker Sprint" start at 7:30 a.m. and our 5K starts at 8:00 a.m. Medals will be awarded following the conclusion of the 5K.
The fun doesn't end with the run! Outdoor and indoor exhibits, games, and activities continue until 1pm. And of course there will be plenty of John Deere tractors! The museum will also be open for visitors, so make sure to check out the exhibits!
JOHN DEERE WILL BE DONATING A PORTION OF YOUR REGISTRATION FEE TO NORTHEAST IOWA FOODBANK TO HELP END HUNGER BECAUSE NO PERSON SHOULD EVER HAVE TO GO HUNGRY.
Right now, one in six people in Northeast Iowa dont have enough to eat. When supporting the food bank we help provide food and hope to hungry children, families and seniors right here in our community. Together, we can fight hunger in Northeast Iowa.
Races
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John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum 5K
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 7th June 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$25.00
Join us for John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum 5k! This is our spring run sponsored by the museum! Run with coworkers, and community members of the Cedar Valley. This flat, closed-to-traffic loop is great for serious racers, and fun runners alike. We Run to End Hunger A portion of your fee will go straight to the NE Iowa Foodbank. -
The Spoker Sprint - Kids Run
Sat 7th June 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
Free
The kids race will vary in distance based on the age of the children. The race distances range from 25 yards to 250 yards. 4 and under will race about 25 yards 5-7 years will race about 100 yards 8-10 years will race about 250 yards
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