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 - $32.80
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant Pink Strides 5K on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Hubbard Park in Iowa City, Johnson! This exciting event, hosted by the American Cancer Society student organization at the University of Iowa, is a fantastic opportunity to kick off the school year while supporting a great cause. Participants can enjoy a scenic 5K run or walk, all while raising funds for crucial cancer research and patient services. Proceeds will directly benefit cancer research grants, including significant contributions to the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, as well as essential lodging services for cancer patients at the Russel and Ann Gerdin Hope Lodge.

The Pink Strides 5K is not just a race; it's part of a series of mini-events leading up to the annual Relay For Life at the University of Iowa in Spring 2026. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference in the fight against cancer! Stay connected and follow the ACS at Iowa student organization on Instagram @acs.uiowa for the latest updates and more details about the race map and start time, which will be announced in September 2025. Lace up your running shoes and get ready to make strides for a brighter future!

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: TBD

RACE MAP WILL BE ANNOUNCED BY SEPTEMBER 2025.

Races

  • Student - 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 4th October 2025 (10:30AM CDT)

    $16.90

    OPENS 01 AUG
  • Non-Student - 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 4th October 2025 (10:30AM CDT)

    $32.80

    OPENS 01 AUG

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125 N Madison St, Iowa City, 52245, IA, United States

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