Spring Valley Township, Minnesota · Sunday, April 26, 2026
The Key to Giving 5k is a 5k, running, and walking event held on Sunday, April 26, 2026. It is located in Spring Valley Township, Minnesota.
A 5k walk/run in Spring Valley hosted by the Kingsland Key Club.
The 20th Annual Elma Days 5k/10k follows the Old Roundhouse Trail and concludes just north of the water tower in Elma. There will be breakfast (included in the entry fee) and an awards presentation that will begin immediately following the race at the Memorial Hall. Join us on one of the flattest, fastest, scenic, and certified (IA 10011MF) courses in Northeast Iowa! The 10K race will start in Elma at the finish line, run out to Lylah's Marsh (3.1 miles), turn around, and run back into Elma (6.2 miles). The 5k participants will be bussed to Lylah's Marsh and run into Elma. Gatorade and water will be available at Lylah's Marsh.
Get your Groove on this year and come run in your best Groovy attire! Peace out!
Entry Fee for 5K: $20.00 Early Bird Registration, before May 31, 2026
$25.00 Registration is from June 1 to July 3, 2026
$30.00 Late Registration is from July 3 to July 10, 2026. No guarantee for a shirt and/or goody bag. $35.00 Same-Day Registration is July 11, 2026. No guarantee for a shirt and/or goody bag.
No dri-fit shirts available after July, 1st
Entry Fee for 10K: $25.00 Early Bird Registration, before May 31, 202
$30.00 Registration is from June 1 to July 3, 2026 $35.00 Late Registration is from July 3 to July 10, 2026. No guarantee for a shirt and/or goody bag.
$40.00 Same-Day Registration is July 11, 2026. No guarantee for a shirt and/or goody bag.
Early Packet Pick Up & Registration @ Memorial Hall, Friday, July 10th, 2025 from 4:00-6:00 pm.
Race Day Information, Saturday, July 11, 2026
5:45 am -- Memorial Hall in Elma opens for packet pickup and same-day registration (check prices)
6:20 am -- First shuttle bus departs Memorial Hall for Lylah's Marsh (5k start)
6:45 am -- Late Registration/packet pick-up ends
7:00 am -- Last shuttle bus leaves Elma
7:30 am -- 5K/10K Race begins
8:00 am -- Breakfast Begins
9:15 am -- Awards and medals presentation at Elma Memorial Hall (approximately)
11:00 am- Parade begins and other events continue throughout the day.
Last Shuttle Bus leaves Elma at 7:00 am -- Race will start promptly at 7:30 am.
DRI FIT SHIRT (standard cotton shirt included in the entry fee.) Please note if you order a Dri-fit shirt, it will be $5.00 extra. If you order in a 3XL or tall size, it will be $3.00 extra.
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A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes –
Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
FREE ice cream at the finish to help you cool off
Plenty of hot fun in the summer sun!
Grab your friends and family—you won’t want to miss this one!
Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
Youth-based pricing is available: ages 12 & under are only $17!
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1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
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Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
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