Mayor's Run for the Trails 5K 2025 + Kids Fun Run
- Date Sat 9th August 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Johnston, Iowa
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Mayor's Run for the Trails 5K and Kids Fun Run on Saturday, August 9, 2025, in beautiful Johnston, Polk! This vibrant community event kicks off with the Kids Fun Runs at 8:00 a.m., followed by the 5K Run at 8:15 a.m. Participants can look forward to a fun-filled day, complete with chip timing for the 5K, a stylish dri-fit t-shirt for early registrants, and a chance to win fantastic prizes across various age groups.
The Kids Fun Run features a 100-meter dash for ages 2-5 and a 0.62-mile run around the lake for kids ages 6-10, ensuring that everyone has an opportunity to participate in the excitement. Registration fees are affordable, with early bird prices available until July 18th. Don’t miss out on the post-race festivities, where local food and memorable photo opportunities await. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of running, community spirit, and fun!
The Kids Fun Run features a 100-meter dash for ages 2-5 and a 0.62-mile run around the lake for kids ages 6-10, ensuring that everyone has an opportunity to participate in the excitement. Registration fees are affordable, with early bird prices available until July 18th. Don’t miss out on the post-race festivities, where local food and memorable photo opportunities await. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of running, community spirit, and fun!
Organiser's Description
The registration fee includes a short-sleeve dri-fit t-shirt. If you register after July 11th, your shirt size is not guaranteed. We will do our best to increase shirt sizes in quantities before the order is placed to accommodate runners. The 5K walk and Kids Fun Runs will begin at 8:00 a.m. and the 5K Run at 8:15 a.m. View (PDF) [https://www.cityofjohnston.com/DocumentCenter/View/12746/2024_Mayors_5K_Route] the map of the race.
5K REGISTRATION FEES: If you are participating in the walk, your start time will be 8:00 a.m. to ensure that the prizes can be awarded after the runners cross the finish line.
* Before 7/18/25: $30
* 7/19/25-7/31/25: $35
* 8/1/25-8/9/25: $40
KIDS FUN RUNS REGISTRATION FEES:
* Before 7/31/25: $10
* 8/1/25-8/9/25: $15
Age groups for the fun run: The kid's dash and the 0.62 around the lake are fun, untimed dashes for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and medal! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) The swag will be given out during packet pickup on Friday, August 9.
* 100-meter kids fun run: ages 2-5
* 0.62 around the lake: ages 6-10
CHIP TIMING: Each 5K participant will have their run/walk chip timed. Course Maps: Maps for the 5K and kids' fun runs are posted below.
PACKETS: We encourage participants to pick up their packets on Friday, August 8, from 4-6 p.m. at City Hall, 6221 Merle Hay Rd., Johnston. If you cannot pick them up on Friday, packets will be available on race morning.
MAYOR'S RUN BRANDED ITEMS: T-shirts and medals will be provided for the runners.
FOOD: We will partner with a local grocer to provide after-race food.
PHOTOS: Photos will be taken of the runners during the event. We encourage you to take a selfie and tag us using #MayorsRunforTrails2025.
PRIZES BY AGE GROUP: Only 5K runners are eligible for age group and raffle prizes. Top prizes are awarded to females and males in specific age groups.
* 19 and under
* 20-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60+
5K REGISTRATION FEES: If you are participating in the walk, your start time will be 8:00 a.m. to ensure that the prizes can be awarded after the runners cross the finish line.
* Before 7/18/25: $30
* 7/19/25-7/31/25: $35
* 8/1/25-8/9/25: $40
KIDS FUN RUNS REGISTRATION FEES:
* Before 7/31/25: $10
* 8/1/25-8/9/25: $15
Age groups for the fun run: The kid's dash and the 0.62 around the lake are fun, untimed dashes for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and medal! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) The swag will be given out during packet pickup on Friday, August 9.
* 100-meter kids fun run: ages 2-5
* 0.62 around the lake: ages 6-10
CHIP TIMING: Each 5K participant will have their run/walk chip timed. Course Maps: Maps for the 5K and kids' fun runs are posted below.
PACKETS: We encourage participants to pick up their packets on Friday, August 8, from 4-6 p.m. at City Hall, 6221 Merle Hay Rd., Johnston. If you cannot pick them up on Friday, packets will be available on race morning.
MAYOR'S RUN BRANDED ITEMS: T-shirts and medals will be provided for the runners.
FOOD: We will partner with a local grocer to provide after-race food.
PHOTOS: Photos will be taken of the runners during the event. We encourage you to take a selfie and tag us using #MayorsRunforTrails2025.
PRIZES BY AGE GROUP: Only 5K runners are eligible for age group and raffle prizes. Top prizes are awarded to females and males in specific age groups.
* 19 and under
* 20-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60+
Races
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Kids Fun Run - 100 Meters
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th August 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$11.60
The 100-meter is typically meant for kids ages five and under. -
Kids Fun Run - 0.62 Miles
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th August 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$11.60
The 0.62 miles is meant for kids ages 6-12. -
Mayor's Run for the Trails 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th August 2025 (8:15AM CDT)
$32.80
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