Red Shoe Run & Walk 5K
- Date Sun 3rd May 2026
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location Iowa City, Iowa
- Price $43.40 - $48.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the 42nd Annual Red Shoe Run & Walk 5K, taking place on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in beautiful Iowa City, Johnson. This vibrant community event, hosted by the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois, is dedicated to raising vital funds and awareness to support families in need. Participants of all ages and abilities can join in the excitement by running, walking, or even taking part virtually!
The race kicks off at Lower City Park, where you can enjoy pre-race snacks, a dedicated kids zone, and awards for top finishers across various age groups. Plus, leashed pets and strollers are welcome, making it a truly family-friendly occasion. After crossing the finish line, stick around for a complimentary lunch to celebrate your achievement! Don’t forget to register by April 1 to secure your official Red Shoe Run T-shirt. With a new race route in the works for 2026, this year's event promises to be more thrilling than ever. Join us for a day of community spirit and support a wonderful cause!
The race kicks off at Lower City Park, where you can enjoy pre-race snacks, a dedicated kids zone, and awards for top finishers across various age groups. Plus, leashed pets and strollers are welcome, making it a truly family-friendly occasion. After crossing the finish line, stick around for a complimentary lunch to celebrate your achievement! Don’t forget to register by April 1 to secure your official Red Shoe Run T-shirt. With a new race route in the works for 2026, this year's event promises to be more thrilling than ever. Join us for a day of community spirit and support a wonderful cause!
Organiser's Description
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF EASTERN IOWA & WESTERN ILLINOIS PROUDLY PRESENTS THE 42ND ANNUAL RED SHOE RUN & WALK 5K!
This annual event raises critical funds and awareness to support our mission of keeping families close to each otherand close to the care they needwhen they need it the most.
PARTICIPANTS CAN RUN, WALK, OR JOIN VIRTUALLY, MAKING THIS A TRULY FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT OPEN TO ALL AGES AND ABILITY LEVELS. Strollers and leashed pets are welcome. Race begins and ends at Lower City Park in Iowa City. On-site festivities include pre-race snacks, a kids zone, and awards for top runners across multiple age groups. After the race, stick around and enjoy a FREE lunch on us!
T-SHIRT INFO:
REGISTER BY APRIL 1 TO GUARANTEE YOUR OFFICIAL RED SHOE RUN T-SHIRT. REGISTRATIONS AFTER APRIL 1 WILL RECEIVE SHIRTS ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS AT PACKET PICKUP AND ON RACE DAY.
NEW for 2026: An updated race route (still starting and ending at Lower City Park) is coming soonstay tuned!
This annual event raises critical funds and awareness to support our mission of keeping families close to each otherand close to the care they needwhen they need it the most.
PARTICIPANTS CAN RUN, WALK, OR JOIN VIRTUALLY, MAKING THIS A TRULY FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT OPEN TO ALL AGES AND ABILITY LEVELS. Strollers and leashed pets are welcome. Race begins and ends at Lower City Park in Iowa City. On-site festivities include pre-race snacks, a kids zone, and awards for top runners across multiple age groups. After the race, stick around and enjoy a FREE lunch on us!
T-SHIRT INFO:
REGISTER BY APRIL 1 TO GUARANTEE YOUR OFFICIAL RED SHOE RUN T-SHIRT. REGISTRATIONS AFTER APRIL 1 WILL RECEIVE SHIRTS ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS AT PACKET PICKUP AND ON RACE DAY.
NEW for 2026: An updated race route (still starting and ending at Lower City Park) is coming soonstay tuned!
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