The Kathy Sh-Boom's Annual New Years Day Memorial Pizza Party & One-Mile Run
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 3:00PM CST
- Location Davenport, Iowa
- Price $12.55
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us on Thursday, January 1, 2026, for the inaugural Kathy Sh-Boom's Annual New Years Day Memorial Pizza Party & One-Mile Run in Davenport, Scott! This unique event honors the beloved Kathy Sh-Boom, a cherished elephant who brought joy to the Quad Cities. Starting at 3 PM at the Raccoon Motel, participants will embark on a fun and quirky one-mile run along the downtown Davenport bike path, making this the perfect way to kick off the new year.
Get ready for a delicious twist as you enjoy pizza at stations every quarter mile, combining the thrill of running with the joy of pizza eating. Whether you’re sprinting to victory or savoring every bite, there are cash prizes for the fastest male and female finishers, along with exciting giveaways from local sponsors. With space limited, be sure to register early and join us for a memorable day filled with laughter, community spirit, and, of course, pizza. Embrace the cold or shine—it's going to be a fantastic start to 2026!
Get ready for a delicious twist as you enjoy pizza at stations every quarter mile, combining the thrill of running with the joy of pizza eating. Whether you’re sprinting to victory or savoring every bite, there are cash prizes for the fastest male and female finishers, along with exciting giveaways from local sponsors. With space limited, be sure to register early and join us for a memorable day filled with laughter, community spirit, and, of course, pizza. Embrace the cold or shine—it's going to be a fantastic start to 2026!
Organiser's Description
Kathy Sh-Boom, the greatest elephant to ever live in the Quad Cities, is still sorely missed. We miss her a lot (sore about, as previously mentioned) and we decided to celebrate her unwavering legacy with the first ever Kathy Sh-Boom's Annual New Years Day Memorial Pizza Party & One-Mile Run. We will all meet at the Raccoon Motel and the run will happen just the way this hefty pachyderm would have wanted it :: with participants downing a slice of pizza at stations every quarter mile, on the downtown Davenport bike path. This out and back course will allow you to showcase your mettle in the face of cheese and pavement. The faster you eat, the faster you're done! The overall male and female runners will reap cash prizes and more from their admirers at Raccoon Motel, Running Wild and Lopiez. Space is limited so sign up today and be there for year one!!! No better way to start the new year than with pizza and a silly little run! The race starts at 3 pm, snow and cold or shine!! All conditions welcome.
Races
-
Pizza Mile
Incl. $2.55 Fee
Thu 1st January 2026 (3:00PM CST)
$12.55
CLOSED
Reviews
Done this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.
Add a reviewLocation
315 E 2nd St., Davenport, 52801, IA, United States
Who's In
See who else did this event
Be the first
No-one has marked this event as 'Done'. Will you be the first?
The Kathy Sh-Boom's Annual New Years Day Memorial Pizza Party & One-Mile Run
