Pink Strides 5K hosted by ACS at University of Iowa
- Date Sat 5th October 2024
- Time 10:30AM EST
- Location Iowa City, Iowa
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Pink Strides 5K on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Hubbard Park in Iowa City, Johnson County! This vibrant event, hosted by the American Cancer Society student organization at the University of Iowa, is designed to kick off the school year with a fun run and walk while raising vital funds for cancer research and patient services. Participants can look forward to a picturesque 5K route starting at 9:30 AM, with registration opening at 9 AM.
This exciting race not only promotes health and wellness but also supports crucial initiatives, including $2 million in research grants and lodging services for cancer patients at the Russel and Ann Gerdin Hope Lodge. Runners and walkers are encouraged to wear PINK to raise awareness for breast cancer, and all participants will receive event t-shirts and snacks provided by Natural Grocers Iowa City and PepsiCo after the race. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of community spirit and fitness! Follow @acs.uiowa on Instagram for updates and get ready for a fantastic fall event!
This exciting race not only promotes health and wellness but also supports crucial initiatives, including $2 million in research grants and lodging services for cancer patients at the Russel and Ann Gerdin Hope Lodge. Runners and walkers are encouraged to wear PINK to raise awareness for breast cancer, and all participants will receive event t-shirts and snacks provided by Natural Grocers Iowa City and PepsiCo after the race. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of community spirit and fitness! Follow @acs.uiowa on Instagram for updates and get ready for a fantastic fall event!
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 UIA! Stay tuned for details on the big event in Spring 2024. Follow ACS at Iowa student organization on Instagram @acs.uiowa for updates throughout the year.
LOCATION: HUBBARD PARK, IOWA CITY, IA
RACE START TIME: 9:30 AM
PLEASE SEE RACE MAP BELOW.
DAY BEFORE RACE (FRIDAY, OCT 4TH): Runners can pick up their race packet at Fitness Sports (103 5th St, Coralville) during business hours on Friday from 10 am - 6 pm.
DAY-OF-ESSENTIALS: Registration will open in-person at Hubbard Park at 9 am on October 5th. During this time, all participants will be required to sign a waiver and release form. If you have registered online through RunSignUp, you have signed these waivers during the registration process.
We encourage runners to wear comfortable running shoes and any PINK t-shirt/sweatshirts or attire for breast cancer awareness or their event t-shirts! Event t-shirts will be passed out Saturday morning.
Snacks are provided after the run, sponsored by Natural Grocers Iowa City and PepsiCo.
This race is a part of mini events for our annual event, Relay For Life at UIA! Stay tuned for details on the big event in Spring 2024. Follow ACS at Iowa student organization on Instagram @acs.uiowa for updates throughout the year.
LOCATION: HUBBARD PARK, IOWA CITY, IA
RACE START TIME: 9:30 AM
PLEASE SEE RACE MAP BELOW.
DAY BEFORE RACE (FRIDAY, OCT 4TH): Runners can pick up their race packet at Fitness Sports (103 5th St, Coralville) during business hours on Friday from 10 am - 6 pm.
DAY-OF-ESSENTIALS: Registration will open in-person at Hubbard Park at 9 am on October 5th. During this time, all participants will be required to sign a waiver and release form. If you have registered online through RunSignUp, you have signed these waivers during the registration process.
We encourage runners to wear comfortable running shoes and any PINK t-shirt/sweatshirts or attire for breast cancer awareness or their event t-shirts! Event t-shirts will be passed out Saturday morning.
Snacks are provided after the run, sponsored by Natural Grocers Iowa City and PepsiCo.
Races
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5K Run/Walk - Student
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th October 2024 (10:30AM EDT)
$22.20
CLOSED -
5K Run/Walk - Non-Student
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th October 2024 (10:30AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSED
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