UNI Homecoming 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Cedar Falls, Iowa
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the UNI Homecoming 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, October 4th, 2025! This exciting event will kick off at 8:00 a.m. at the iconic Campanile on the University of Northern Iowa campus in Cedar Falls, Black Hawk. Join fellow Panthers for a fun-filled morning as participants navigate two scenic loops around the southeast side of campus, creating lasting memories and celebrating homecoming spirit.
Don't miss your chance to be part of this vibrant community event! Registration is just $25, which includes a stylish short sleeve t-shirt if you sign up by September 14th. Late registration will also be available for $30 on race day. Make sure to arrive early to pick up your race packet, and enjoy ample parking in the Gilchrist A lot. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering on friends and family, the UNI Homecoming 5K promises to be a fantastic showcase of Panther pride and camaraderie!
Don't miss your chance to be part of this vibrant community event! Registration is just $25, which includes a stylish short sleeve t-shirt if you sign up by September 14th. Late registration will also be available for $30 on race day. Make sure to arrive early to pick up your race packet, and enjoy ample parking in the Gilchrist A lot. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering on friends and family, the UNI Homecoming 5K promises to be a fantastic showcase of Panther pride and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
Come celebrate the University of Northern Iowa Homecoming weekend with a 5K Run/Walk @ 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 4th, 2025!
COURSE: This year's course will START AND END AT THE CAMPANILE ON THE UNI CAMPUS. Racers will take two loops around the southeast side of campus.
* Click on the Facebook link provided to find the RACE MAP:
* https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1E5UXxZsXd/
EVENT PARKING: Plenty of parking will be available in the Gilchrist A lot. Please do not park in service spots or handicap spots. Participants will have to walk to the Campanile. The address below is for Gilchrist Hall.
REGISTRATION: Register by September 14th to guarantee yourself a short sleeve t-shirt! You can also register after September 15th and on the day of the race, but a t-shirt will not be guaranteed.
* $25 registration (includes a short sleeve t-shirt) | $30 day of race registration
PACKET PICKUP: Please pick up your race packets either Friday, October 3rd from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the southwest entrance of Maucker Union, or on Saturday, October 4th from 7:00 - 7:45 a.m. at the race start line.
If you have any questions about the race or want to know more, feel free to email the Panther Pacers Running Club at [email protected].
The UNI Homecoming 5K is an annual fundraiser for the UNI Panther Pacers Running Club.
COURSE: This year's course will START AND END AT THE CAMPANILE ON THE UNI CAMPUS. Racers will take two loops around the southeast side of campus.
* Click on the Facebook link provided to find the RACE MAP:
* https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1E5UXxZsXd/
EVENT PARKING: Plenty of parking will be available in the Gilchrist A lot. Please do not park in service spots or handicap spots. Participants will have to walk to the Campanile. The address below is for Gilchrist Hall.
REGISTRATION: Register by September 14th to guarantee yourself a short sleeve t-shirt! You can also register after September 15th and on the day of the race, but a t-shirt will not be guaranteed.
* $25 registration (includes a short sleeve t-shirt) | $30 day of race registration
PACKET PICKUP: Please pick up your race packets either Friday, October 3rd from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the southwest entrance of Maucker Union, or on Saturday, October 4th from 7:00 - 7:45 a.m. at the race start line.
If you have any questions about the race or want to know more, feel free to email the Panther Pacers Running Club at [email protected].
The UNI Homecoming 5K is an annual fundraiser for the UNI Panther Pacers Running Club.
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UNI Homecoming 5K Run/Walk
