Lace Up For Life 5K
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Ankeny, Iowa
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 2nd Annual Lace Up For Life 5K on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in the vibrant city of Ankeny, Polk! This exciting event is more than just a race; it's a celebration of life and community, organized by the Alpha Women's Center, a dedicated non-profit ministry providing essential support for unborn children, mothers, and families. Participants can look forward to an official 5K timed by True Time Racing, along with a fun-filled participation packet featuring goodies from local partners.
The Lace Up For Life 5K promises a morning of joy and excitement for the whole family, with post-race activities including free food, awards, inflatables, face painting, and even balloon animals! Be sure to register by March 25 to guarantee your t-shirt in your preferred size. Remember, all minors must be registered to participate, but children accompanying a registered guardian in a stroller or child carrier can join for free! Early bird registration is available for just $25 until January 31, with prices increasing as the race day approaches. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause and make a difference in your community!
The Lace Up For Life 5K promises a morning of joy and excitement for the whole family, with post-race activities including free food, awards, inflatables, face painting, and even balloon animals! Be sure to register by March 25 to guarantee your t-shirt in your preferred size. Remember, all minors must be registered to participate, but children accompanying a registered guardian in a stroller or child carrier can join for free! Early bird registration is available for just $25 until January 31, with prices increasing as the race day approaches. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause and make a difference in your community!
Organiser's Description
Alpha Women's Center is a non-profit ministry dedicated to providing help and hope for the unborn, mothers, and families in our community. By participating in the 2nd ANNUAL LACE UP FOR LIFE 5K, you can be a part of our mission! Included with each registration is an official 5K time by True Time Racing, participation packet with goodies from community partners, and post-race activities - FREE food, awards, inflatables, face painting, balloon animals, guided tours of AWC and more. A morning of FUN for the whole family!
Things to Note:
* Signup by March 25TH to guarantee a t-shirt in your size.
* Due to liability requirements and official race rules, ALL MINORS MUST BE REGISTERED TO PARTICIPATE and COSTS ARE THE SAME REGARDLESS OF AGE.
* _However, there is NO COST for children who accompany a registered guardian while riding in a stroller or child carrier._
* Price:
* $25.00 _early bird until January 31st._
* $30.00 _normal price from February 1st - April 4th_
* $35.00 _late signup price from April 5th - April 11th (race day)_
* Race Fee (a tax-deductible charitable contribution) + $2.80 Signup Fee
* Registration: REGISTRATION ENDS APRIL 11, 2026 AT 9:00AM CDT
Things to Note:
* Signup by March 25TH to guarantee a t-shirt in your size.
* Due to liability requirements and official race rules, ALL MINORS MUST BE REGISTERED TO PARTICIPATE and COSTS ARE THE SAME REGARDLESS OF AGE.
* _However, there is NO COST for children who accompany a registered guardian while riding in a stroller or child carrier._
* Price:
* $25.00 _early bird until January 31st._
* $30.00 _normal price from February 1st - April 4th_
* $35.00 _late signup price from April 5th - April 11th (race day)_
* Race Fee (a tax-deductible charitable contribution) + $2.80 Signup Fee
* Registration: REGISTRATION ENDS APRIL 11, 2026 AT 9:00AM CDT
Races
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Lace Up for Life
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
Fri, 4/11 4:00-7:00pm - Packet Pickup at Alpha Women's Center Sat, 4/12 8:00-8:45am - Race Day Sign Up/Packet Pickup at ACA Sat, 4/12 9:00 am - 5K starts! (on Sharmin St. next to ACA) Sat, 4/12 10-12 pm - Post-Race Fun at ACA
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1604 W 1st St, Ankeny, 50023, IA, United States
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