University of Iowa's Relay For Life Ribbon Run 5K
- Date Sat 25th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Iowa City, Iowa
- Price $32.80 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the University of Iowa's Relay For Life Ribbon Run 5K on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Iowa City, Johnson County! This uplifting event features a timed 5K (3.1-mile) race that starts and ends at the scenic Hubbard Park. Participants can check in starting at 8:30 AM, ensuring they are ready to lace up their running shoes and show their support for cancer awareness. Runners are encouraged to wear shirts and sweatshirts representing a cancer awareness ribbon of their choice, adding a personal touch to this meaningful event.
The Ribbon Run 5K not only offers a fun and competitive atmosphere but also supports a vital cause. Proceeds from the race benefit the American Cancer Society, funding essential cancer research, patient support programs, and services like the Russel and Ann Gerdin Hope Lodge in Iowa City. With water stations and enthusiastic volunteers cheering you on, this event is a wonderful opportunity to unite as a community, celebrate survivors, and honor those we’ve lost. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day of running and camaraderie!
The Ribbon Run 5K not only offers a fun and competitive atmosphere but also supports a vital cause. Proceeds from the race benefit the American Cancer Society, funding essential cancer research, patient support programs, and services like the Russel and Ann Gerdin Hope Lodge in Iowa City. With water stations and enthusiastic volunteers cheering you on, this event is a wonderful opportunity to unite as a community, celebrate survivors, and honor those we’ve lost. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day of running and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
RELAY FOR LIFE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA AND THE RIBBON RUN 5K IS HOSTED BY THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY (ACS) AND ACS AT U'IOWA STUDENT ORGANIZATION.
THE RIBBON RUN 5K is a timed 5K (3.1 mile) race starting and ending at Hubbard Park in Iowa City, IA. In-person check-in will open at 8:30 AM ON APRIL 25TH 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. _
EVENT DETAILS COMING SOON!
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. 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.
WHAT IS RELAY FOR LIFE?
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life brings together passionate supporters who embody the American Cancer Society vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. This volunteer-led experience unites communities to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer, and raise funds to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. Relay For Life has been hosted by the American Cancer Society at the University of Iowa student organization for more than a decade. Relay For Life has evolved in Iowa City to added friendly competition with the "Ribbon Run 5K" in 2023.
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/].
THE RIBBON RUN 5K is a timed 5K (3.1 mile) race starting and ending at Hubbard Park in Iowa City, IA. In-person check-in will open at 8:30 AM ON APRIL 25TH 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. _
EVENT DETAILS COMING SOON!
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. 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.
WHAT IS RELAY FOR LIFE?
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life brings together passionate supporters who embody the American Cancer Society vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. This volunteer-led experience unites communities to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer, and raise funds to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. Relay For Life has been hosted by the American Cancer Society at the University of Iowa student organization for more than a decade. Relay For Life has evolved in Iowa City to added friendly competition with the "Ribbon Run 5K" in 2023.
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
OPENS 27 NOV -
General 5K (Timed)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.10
OPENS 04 DEC
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