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Run for the Schools
Iowa City, Iowa · Sunday, October 18, 2026 · 1 Mile, 5K, 10K
Official race page & registration ↗Run for the Schools takes place on Sunday, October 18, 2026 in Iowa City, Iowa. The race offers 3 distances: 1 Mile, 5K, 10K. For anyone travelling in, Coralville is about 5 miles away and Des Moines is about 109 miles away.
It is one of 69 races on the Iowa calendar that October. At $15, entry sits below the $22 median for an Iowa 10K.
- Date
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Location
- Iowa City, Iowa
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K
- Entry fee
- from $15
Listing from the 2026 race calendar, refreshed nightly. Details can change: confirm date and entry on the official race page before travelling. Spot an error? Tell us here.
Making a race weekend of it?
Stay near the start line in Iowa City: check in Oct 17, out Oct 19.
Common questions
When is Run for the Schools?
Run for the Schools is scheduled for Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Where is Run for the Schools held?
Run for the Schools is held in Iowa City, Iowa. It is about 5 miles from Coralville and 109 miles from Des Moines.
What distances does Run for the Schools offer?
The listed distances are 1 Mile, 5K, 10K.
How much does Run for the Schools cost?
Entry is listed from $15. Check the official race page for the current price, which usually rises closer to race day.
How do I register for Run for the Schools?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
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