Relay For Life of U'Iowa Ribbon Run 5K
- Date Sat 25th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Iowa City, Iowa
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Relay For Life of U'Iowa Ribbon Run 5K on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in beautiful Iowa City, Johnson! This spirited event not only celebrates strength and survivorship but also honors every individual affected by cancer. The Ribbon Run 5K is a timed 3.1-mile race that takes participants on a scenic journey starting and ending at Hubbard Park. Whether you're running or walking, everyone will step off together at 9:00 AM, with in-person check-in opening at 8:30 AM.
This exciting event encourages participants to wear their ribbon colors—gold for childhood cancer, pink for breast cancer, and lavender for all cancer types—to shine a light on the personal stories behind each cancer journey. With water stations and enthusiastic volunteers along the route to cheer you on, every step you take contributes to a vital cause. Plus, the first 100 runners will receive a special event t-shirt! Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference in the fight against cancer while enjoying a fun-filled day in the community. Follow @ACS.UIOWA on Instagram for the latest updates, and let's unite for a future free from cancer!
This exciting event encourages participants to wear their ribbon colors—gold for childhood cancer, pink for breast cancer, and lavender for all cancer types—to shine a light on the personal stories behind each cancer journey. With water stations and enthusiastic volunteers along the route to cheer you on, every step you take contributes to a vital cause. Plus, the first 100 runners will receive a special event t-shirt! Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference in the fight against cancer while enjoying a fun-filled day in the community. Follow @ACS.UIOWA on Instagram for the latest updates, and let's unite for a future free from cancer!
Organiser's Description
The American Cancer Society has a goal to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Relay For Life has been hosted by the American Cancer Society at University of Iowa (ACS at U'Iowa) student organization for more than a decade. Relay For Life has evolved in Iowa City adding friendly competition with the "Ribbon Run 5K" in 2023.
At this years Relay for Life Ribbon Run 5K, we come together not only to celebrate strength and survivorship, but to honor every person affected by cancer. Each step we take and dollar we raise, helps fund lifesaving research, patient support, and hope for families in our community, to ensure everyone the opportunity to fight for life. By dressing up in your ribbon color; gold for childhood cancer, pink for breast cancer, lavender for all cancer types... you shine a light on the stories behind each cancer journey, reminding us that this fight is personal, powerful, and shared. Today, we run, walk, and stand together to make a difference and move closer to a future free from cancer.
The Ribbon Run 5K is a timed 3.1-mile race that takes participants on a scenic route through Iowa City, beginning and ending in Hubbard Park. Whether youre running or walking, all racers will start together at 9:00 AM. IN-PERSON CHECK-IN OPENS AT 8:30 AM ON APRIL 25TH AT HUBBARD PARK, where participants will complete a waiver and photo release form_unless you registered online through RunSignUp, in which case these forms were already signed_. Along the course, water stations and volunteers will be present to support, guide, and cheer you on.
THE FIRST 100 RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE THIS YEAR'S T-SHIRT!
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @ACS.UIOWA [https://www.instagram.com/acs.uiowa/] FOR UP-TO-DATE EVENT INFORMATION!
This event is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. All proceeds benefit cancer research grants, 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 [https://www.cancer.org/].
At this years Relay for Life Ribbon Run 5K, we come together not only to celebrate strength and survivorship, but to honor every person affected by cancer. Each step we take and dollar we raise, helps fund lifesaving research, patient support, and hope for families in our community, to ensure everyone the opportunity to fight for life. By dressing up in your ribbon color; gold for childhood cancer, pink for breast cancer, lavender for all cancer types... you shine a light on the stories behind each cancer journey, reminding us that this fight is personal, powerful, and shared. Today, we run, walk, and stand together to make a difference and move closer to a future free from cancer.
The Ribbon Run 5K is a timed 3.1-mile race that takes participants on a scenic route through Iowa City, beginning and ending in Hubbard Park. Whether youre running or walking, all racers will start together at 9:00 AM. IN-PERSON CHECK-IN OPENS AT 8:30 AM ON APRIL 25TH AT HUBBARD PARK, where participants will complete a waiver and photo release form_unless you registered online through RunSignUp, in which case these forms were already signed_. Along the course, water stations and volunteers will be present to support, guide, and cheer you on.
THE FIRST 100 RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE THIS YEAR'S T-SHIRT!
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @ACS.UIOWA [https://www.instagram.com/acs.uiowa/] FOR UP-TO-DATE EVENT INFORMATION!
This event is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. All proceeds benefit cancer research grants, 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 [https://www.cancer.org/].
Races
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Student 5K (Timed)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$32.80
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General 5K (Timed)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.10
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5K Walk (Untimed)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.10
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General Admission
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$11.60
Admission ticket to Relay For Life activities while/after 5K runners complete the race. Relay For Life activities take place at Hubbard Park - including food vendors, raffle, Luminaria honorees, and more. T-shirts are not provided for GA entry.
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