University of Iowa's Relay For Life Ribbon Run 5K
- Date Sat 26th April 2025
- Time 10:30AM EST
- Location Iowa City, Iowa
- Price $16.90 - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join the fun at the University of Iowa's Relay For Life Ribbon Run 5K on Saturday, April 26, 2025! This exciting event will take place at Hubbard Park in Iowa City, Johnson, kicking off with an opening ceremony at 10 AM, followed by the race starting at 10:30 AM. Participants can enjoy a scenic route along the Iowa River Corridor Trail, perfect for both runners and walkers.
The Ribbon Run is not just about the race; it's a celebration of community spirit and a commitment to fighting cancer. After the run, stick around for Relay Fest, featuring delicious food trucks, inspiring speakers, and engaging games until 1 PM. Don’t forget to wear your favorite cancer awareness ribbon colors to show your support! Join us for this meaningful event, as all proceeds go toward the American Cancer Society, helping fund vital cancer research and patient support programs. Together, let’s race for a cure!
The Ribbon Run is not just about the race; it's a celebration of community spirit and a commitment to fighting cancer. After the run, stick around for Relay Fest, featuring delicious food trucks, inspiring speakers, and engaging games until 1 PM. Don’t forget to wear your favorite cancer awareness ribbon colors to show your support! Join us for this meaningful event, as all proceeds go toward the American Cancer Society, helping fund vital cancer research and patient support programs. Together, let’s race for a cure!
Organiser's Description
Come Relay with us! The American Cancer Society @ University of Iowa student organization is hosting a 5K run and walk event this year before our traditional Relay For Life festivities. Relay For Life has been an annual student event at the University of Iowa for over ten years and this year, we're excited to race for a cure! The 5K starts at 10:30 am with Relay Fest immediately to follow with a food truck, ceremony speakers, and games!
LOCATION: HUBBARD PARK, IOWA CITY, IA
5K PATH: ALONG THE IOWA RIVER CORRIDOR TRAIL/LOWER CITY PARK TRAIL ALONG THE IOWA RIVER (SEE MAP BELOW)
OPENING CEREMONY SPEECHES: 10 AM
RACE START TIME: 10:30 AM
RELAY FEST: IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING 5K UNTIL 1 PM
DAY-OF ESSENTIALS:
Ribbon Run in-person check-in will open at 9 am on April 26th at Hubbard Park. During this time, all participants will be required to sign a waiver and photo 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 t-shirt/sweatshirts pertaining to a cancer awareness ribbon of your choosing! For example, gold is for childhood cancer, pink is for breast cancer, lavender is for all cancer types, etc.
Opening Ceremony begins at 10 am then RACE STARTS at 10:30 am!
There will be water stations and volunteers along the route to assist and cheer you on. Due to construction, this year's race will double-back, please look for directional signs or markers to follow the route.
The Ribbon Run & Relay Fest 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.
LOCATION: HUBBARD PARK, IOWA CITY, IA
5K PATH: ALONG THE IOWA RIVER CORRIDOR TRAIL/LOWER CITY PARK TRAIL ALONG THE IOWA RIVER (SEE MAP BELOW)
OPENING CEREMONY SPEECHES: 10 AM
RACE START TIME: 10:30 AM
RELAY FEST: IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING 5K UNTIL 1 PM
DAY-OF ESSENTIALS:
Ribbon Run in-person check-in will open at 9 am on April 26th at Hubbard Park. During this time, all participants will be required to sign a waiver and photo 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 t-shirt/sweatshirts pertaining to a cancer awareness ribbon of your choosing! For example, gold is for childhood cancer, pink is for breast cancer, lavender is for all cancer types, etc.
Opening Ceremony begins at 10 am then RACE STARTS at 10:30 am!
There will be water stations and volunteers along the route to assist and cheer you on. Due to construction, this year's race will double-back, please look for directional signs or markers to follow the route.
The Ribbon Run & Relay Fest 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.
Races
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5K - Student
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 26th April 2025 (10:30AM EDT)
$16.90
*Be Prepared to Show University of Iowa ID at Registration Table* Location: Hubbard Park, Iowa City, IA 5K path: along the Iowa River Corridor Trail/Lower City Park Trail along the Iowa River (path map coming soon!) Race Start Time: 10:30 am You're invited to the Relay Fest immediately following 5K at Hubbard Park after the run! -
5K - General/Non-Student
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 26th April 2025 (10:30AM EDT)
$27.50
Location: Hubbard Park, Iowa City, IA 5K path: along the Iowa River Corridor Trail/Lower City Park Trail along the Iowa River (path map coming soon!) Race Start Time: 10:30 am You're invited to the Relay Fest immediately following 5K at Hubbard Park after the run! -
Relay Fest Entry
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 26th April 2025 (10:30AM EDT)
$16.90
Don't want to run/walk the race but still want to party at Relay Fest? Sign up to fundraise for a cure and enjoy breakfast, coffee, and raffle until the runners arrive back at the park!
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