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• Iowa Trail Run Series: Ledges [iowatrailruns.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sat, May 16, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Do you like to climb stairs? You will when you're done experiencing Ledges' famous hilly loops through scenic forest that features more steps than we care to count, two creek crossings, and one heck...

  Do you like to climb stairs? You will when you're done experiencing Ledges' famous hilly loops through scenic forest that features more steps than we care to count, two creek crossings, and one heck of a way to start your summer! $3 from every registration goes to the Friends of the Ledges who help maintain Ledges State Park to be one of the most amazing places in Iowa!

  The Iowa Trail Run Series is not about spending a bunch of cash for no reason. You'll get a great race with clear marking and course support, with basic timing, a cool custom bib, and a rotating race item such as a BUFF, socks, a stocking cap, coffee mug, and aluminum water bottle. Signing up for the entire series includes a series backpack! Do you want a really soft and comfy tri-blend shirt with one of our Animal Icons? Great! Add one during your registration. We know some people have enough stuff in their closet and others may want to commemorate the day! Plenty of post-race food to refuel! Games! Giveaways from sponsors!

  21.3 km from Ames
  1515 P Ave, Boone County, Iowa, 50156, United States
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  5k 10k Run Trail

• Gladiator Assault Challenge [runsignup.com]

  Sat, May 16, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Gladiator Assault Challenge is the Midwest's premier test of...

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  Gladiator Assault Challenge is the Midwest's premier test of endurance, speed, agility, strength, and mental stamina. Gladiator Assault Challenge obstacle courses are a series of physically challenging obstacles (some natural and some man-made) that individuals or teams must navigate. These courses will challenge you with running, climbing, jumping, crawling, balancing, and MUD with the aim of testing overall endurance.

  22.4 km from Ames
  Boone, Iowa, 50036, United States
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  5k 6 Miles Run

• Iowa Trail Run Series: A Midsummer Night's Run [iowatrailruns.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sun, Jun 14, 2026 at 7:30 PM

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  Your parents always told you not to play in the woods at night, right? Now's your chance to give it a go! Take on the challenge of a 5K or 10K at McFarland Park just outside of Ames. There's a great...

  Your parents always told you not to play in the woods at night, right? Now's your chance to give it a go! Take on the challenge of a 5K or 10K at McFarland Park just outside of Ames. There's a great mix of single track trail, prairie, and gravel. You'll do it all as the sun sets on a beautiful Iowa summer night! $3 from every registration goes to the Conservation Partners of Story County who help keep Peterson Park, McFarland Park, and the other great public parks in Story County, beautiful!

  The Iowa Trail Run Series is not about spending a bunch of cash for no reason. You'll get a great race with clear marking and course support, with basic timing, a cool custom bib, and a rotating race item such as a BUFF, socks, a stocking cap, coffee mug, and aluminum water bottle. Signing up for the entire series includes an exclusive series gift! Do you want a really soft and comfy tri-blend shirt with one of our Animal Icons? Great! Add one during your registration. We know some people have enough stuff in their closet and others may want to commemorate the day! Plenty of post-race food to refuel! Games! Giveaways from sponsors!

  7.4 km from Ames
  56461 180th St, Story County, Iowa, 50010, United States
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  5k 10k Gravel Run Trail

• BCH Foundation Trestle Hustle [boonehospital.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 12:00 AM

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  Join us for our 17th Annual Trestle Hustle hosted by the Boone County Hospital Foundation. For the 2026 event, we are offering an in-person event and a virtual option.

  All abilities are welcome, ages...

  Join us for our 17th Annual Trestle Hustle hosted by the Boone County Hospital Foundation. For the 2026 event, we are offering an in-person event and a virtual option.

  All abilities are welcome, ages 14 and over. Participants of any age are welcome with a parent or guardian's signed consent. However, children ages 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult during the race. Athletes can choose to complete a Duathlon (2-mile run, 14-mile bike, 2-mile run) OR a 5K or 10K run on Saturday, June 20, beginning at 8:00 AM at the Madrid High Trestle Trail, beginning at Dalander Park / Johnson Trailhead (702 E 3rd St, Madrid, IA 50156).

  Our races will be chip-timed by True Time Racing Services. Age categories will be: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.

  Please Note: If you want to run over the High Trestle Trail Bridge, the 10K is the only race to cross the bridge.

  Earlybird pricing is available through May 11

  $50 - 5K/10K

  $70 – DUATHLON

  After May 11, pricing increases

  $65 - 5K/10K

  $85– DUATHLON

  Virtual athletes will complete the race anytime between June 19-21.

  Packet pick-up will be available the morning of the race, beginning at 7:00 am.

  Day of:

  Staff will provide hand sanitizer, fresh wipes, trash cans and bags, and other necessary cleaning supplies. Handwashing stations and portable toilets will be provided.

  VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS CAN SUBMIT TIME ANY TIME BETWEEN JUNE 19-21

  To enter a virtual race time

  1. Go to the link (emailed to you)

  2. Search for your name and click the "Submit Virtual Time" link next to your name

  3. Enter your total running time and Date of Birth (to verify it is you)

  3a. Optional: submit a STRAVA, Garmin, Fitbit link from your run

  4. Click the submit button

  After following these steps, your running time will be displayed on the results page.

  The age group and overall placement will be updated daily during the results submission period.

  Food and Awards

  We will provide "grab and go" foods such as granola bars and bottled water.

  Participants will receive a Finisher's Medal upon completion of the race.

  We will also award both male and female 1st, 2nd & 3rd places in each event and age category for the in-person event.

  Virtual participants will be mailed a finisher's medal the week of June 21, 2026.

  If you have questions or need anything additional, please let us know at events@bchmail.org.

  Thank you for choosing to be with us on June 20!

  23.4 km from Ames
  702 E 3rd St, Madrid, Iowa, 50156, United States
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  3.1 Miles 5k 6.2 Miles 10k 17 Miles Duathlon Run Trail Virtual

• Ames Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike [amestriathlon.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sun, Jun 28, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  The Ames Triathlon is perfect for people of all abilities. Swim, bike, and run in and around the beautiful Ada Hayden Lake.

  Ames Triathlon is chip timed, paratriathlon friendly, and a member of the Heart of America Triathlon Series.

  191 m from Ames
  5205 Grand Ave, Ames, Iowa, 50010, United States
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  Aquabike Cycling Duathlon Paratriathlon Run Swim Triathlon