Pink Strides 5K hosted by ACS at University of Iowa
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 10:30AM CDT
- Location Iowa City, Iowa
- Price $16.90 - $24.32
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Pink Strides 5K on Saturday, October 4th, 2025, at Hubbard Park in Iowa City, Johnson! This vibrant event, hosted by the American Cancer Society at the University of Iowa, promises a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit as participants run and walk to support a worthy cause. The 5K race kicks off at 10:30 AM and aims to raise vital funds for cancer research and patient services.
By participating in this inspiring event, you’ll help support significant initiatives, including $2 million in research grants and essential lodging services for cancer patients at the Russel and Ann Gerdin Hope Lodge. The Pink Strides 5K is not only a great way to kickstart the school year but also a stepping stone towards the upcoming Relay For Life event in Spring 2026. Be sure to follow @acs.uiowa on Instagram for updates and to stay connected with the community. Lace up your running shoes and make a difference this fall!
By participating in this inspiring event, you’ll help support significant initiatives, including $2 million in research grants and essential lodging services for cancer patients at the Russel and Ann Gerdin Hope Lodge. The Pink Strides 5K is not only a great way to kickstart the school year but also a stepping stone towards the upcoming Relay For Life event in Spring 2026. Be sure to follow @acs.uiowa on Instagram for updates and to stay connected with the community. Lace up your running shoes and make a difference this fall!
Organiser's Description
The American Cancer Society @ University of Iowa student organization is hosting a 5K run and walk event this fall to kickstart the school year and fundraise for cancer research and patient services! Proceeds benefit cancer research grants (including $2 million in research grants from ACS at the UIHC), lodging services for cancer patients like the Russel and Ann Gerdin Hope Lodge in Iowa City, patient programs across the country, and more. To read more about ACS, visit cancer.org.
This race is a part of mini events for our annual event, Relay For Life at the University of Iowa! Stay tuned for details on the big event in Spring 2026. Follow ACS at Iowa student organization on Instagram @acs.uiowa for updates throughout the year.
LOCATION: HUBBARD PARK, IOWA CITY, IA
RACE START TIME: 10:30 AM
This race is a part of mini events for our annual event, Relay For Life at the University of Iowa! Stay tuned for details on the big event in Spring 2026. Follow ACS at Iowa student organization on Instagram @acs.uiowa for updates throughout the year.
LOCATION: HUBBARD PARK, IOWA CITY, IA
RACE START TIME: 10:30 AM
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