5 cycling, mountain biking, running, and other events in Marion, Iowa

The Manion WOD (Workout of the Day) is a powerful tribute to 1stLt Travis Manion, USMC, designed to unite veterans, families of the fallen, and inspired civilians in honoring one of our nation’s heroes. Hosted by CrossFit boxes, ruck clubs, and gyms nationwide—or completed virtually anytime, anywhere—this workout challenges its participants to push harder, go further, and grow stronger in memory of those who have sacrificed for our freedoms.

We can’t wait for you to take part in the 2026 Manion WOD! Gear up to challenge yourself, honor our nation’s heroes, and receive your exclusive 2026 Manion WOD shirt—plus the chance to earn even more exclusive rewards.

Celebrate the start of St. Joseph Fun Days by participating in the 5K Race or Kids Fun Run on the evening of May 29th! This year's event will kick off with a Kids Fun Run for children 10 and under at 6:30PM, followed by the 5K Race at 7:00PM. For the 5K race prizes will be awarded for the top overall male and female finishers, top age group finishers, and random finishers.

THE START/FINISH LINE WILL AGAIN BE ON THE FESTIVAL GROUNDS, NEAR THE BINGO TENT. RUNNERS WILL NOW START AND FINISH IN THE HEART OF THE FUN!

Kids Fun Run Route (~0.5 mi.):

Following the race, participants are invited to enjoy all that St. Joseph Fun Days has to offer. Additional details about St. Joseph Fun Days can be found at www.stjosephfundays.org/.

No Shirt Guaranteed if registered after 5/15/2025!

Packet Pick-Up will be available THURSDAY, May 28th from 6-7PM at the St. Joseph Church parking lot or FRIDAY, May 29th 5:00-6:00PM.

Race Venue:

• Wanatee

Tentative Race Schedule:

• 9:30am: Varsity Race - All categories (approximately 10 miles)

• 10:30am: JV Race - All categories (approximately 7 miles)

• 11:30am: Middle School Race - Girls and Non-Binary (approximately 4 miles)

• 12:15pm: Middle School Race - Boys (approximately 4 miles)

• 1:00pm: Elementary Race - Girls and Non-Binary (approximately 2 miles)

• 1:30pm: Elementary Race - Boys (approximately 2 miles)

Additional Notes:

• There is no onsite registration

• Check in begins at 8:30am

• Race length may vary depending on final course layout

• See Facebook event for more info

Welcome to Wanatee MTB Madness!!

All proceeds go towards building and maintaining MTB trails in Linn County.

Location: 2001 Big Bluestem Circle, Marion, IA 52302

• Race HQ is at Meadowlark Shelter

Sunday June 7:

• 8:00 Packet Pickup

• 9:00 XC Races (see category start times in registration)

Bring the whole family for the weekend and check out all the things to do at Wanatee Park and the Linn Area Mountain Biking Trails! https://www.trailforks.com/region/wanatee-park/