5 running, walking, aquabike, and other events in Council Bluffs, Iowa

• Check-in begins at 9:00 AM and the race starts at 10:00 AM.

• The event is fully accessible and pet-friendly, but all pets must remain leashed at all times.

• This is a certified 5K with professional timing. All results will be posted immediately after the race.

• To guarantee your Cupid's Chase shirt, please register by January 1, 2026; after that date, shirts will be available while supplies last.

• Giveaways include a Cupid's Chase finisher medal and drawstring bag, available while supplies last.

• Trophies will be awarded to the top 3 overall male and female finishers.

• Age group medals will be awarded to the overall male and female finishers in each of the following 14 age groups: 12 & under, 13–15, 16–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69 and 70 & over.

• This is a rain or shine event. All registration fees are non-refundable.

Lace Up for Foster Kids!

May is Foster Care Awareness Month, and we’re celebrating by bringing our community together for a powerful cause. Join Share My Smile on May 16th at Tom Hanafan’s River’s Edge Park for our Foster Care Fun Run 5K — a family-friendly event dedicated to supporting foster children and the incredible families who open their hearts and homes to them.

Every mile run, every step walked, and every dollar raised helps bring hope, stability, and support to children in foster care.

Whether you’re a runner, a walker, or just someone who wants to support an amazing cause, we invite you to come out and be part of something meaningful.

Bring your friends! Bring your family! Bring your running shoes! Every mile brings a smile!

Event Details

Date: May 16, 2026

Location: Tom Hanafan’s River’s Edge Park

Event: Foster Care Fun Run - a 5K for the runners, a 1K for families or those who like to stop and smell the roses.

Tshirts and water will be provided, and medals will be awarded to winners in many categories.

Run or walk — all ages welcome! Even your fur babies on the 1K!

Register here:

https://runtheday.com/regi.../detail/share-my-smile-5k-2026/

The Black Squirrel is a great race for any age and ability on a flat and fast course on Lake Manawa. The race starts and ends at Lake Manawa Beach. The Swim course is a clockwise course straight out from the beach and back. The Bike Course consists of two complete clockwise loops of the lake. The Run Course exits the transition area and uses portions of the paved trail and adjacent streets. All participants will receive a finisher medal! Awards for the Top 3 overall males and females ages 15 and above. Top 3 individuals in each 5 year Age Group on both male and females. Awards also for the top 3 relay teams. Top overall award for Aquabike male and female.

Like Running? Love Wine? This race is for you!

Join us on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 9:00am for an exciting annual event that features the scenic views of Ditmars Orchard! Ditmars Orchard has expanded to include their vineyard, wine, pumpkin patch and a focus on specialty food items that you can’t find anywhere else. So come join us for a family friendly event. With extra swag options for all wine lovers, walkers and runners, this race is a sure thing for a great time! The 5k event for this race will be timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com.

Registration Includes:

• T-shirt: Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt included!

• Wine Glass: Shatterproof, Collapsible, and Portable!

• Finisher Medal: Doubles as a Wine Stopper!

• Race Bib: Chip timed 5k run/walk

• Results Posted Online

• ...and of course, a pour of wine!