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Relay Iowa is the World's Longest Relay Run! Teams of up to 12 participants run 339 miles to cross Iowa over a long weekend. You build your own team and then work together to break down the distance
into segments of your choosing. You control the order and distance of runners and can change your plan at any time. Any level runner can participate as long as your overall team pace is 10.5 minutes/mile or less, allowing your team to finish in the allotted time.
One runner at a time from each team will advance day and night beginning in Sioux City on Friday and ending in Dubuque on Sunday. It is a relay, not a race, encouraging teamwork, camaraderie and fun while testing your determination. Contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions or need help getting started.
Our non-profit relay raises money for Restoring Hope International, an orphanage in South Africa, as well as various charities in towns along the route and throughout Iowa. While fundraising is not required, we challenge teams to raise at least $339 to enter our Club 339 fundraising competition. Accept the challenge and ask your family and friends to support your epic 339 mile run across Iowa!
Relay Iowa has become a metaphor for a life well lived. It is not a race to the finish, but an extended relay of individuals journeying closely together, sustaining each other as they stretch the limits of their physical endurance, test their mental toughness and draw upon their emotional well in a place beyond their comfort zones, for the sole purpose of improving the life of another human being.
Join us on this adventure!
Event details and schedule
This is a team event. First your captain registers, creates the team and sets a password. Next, all other team members register using the password. Boom! You just joined the adventure!
All teams begin the relay on Friday, June 7, 2024. Exact time for each team's departure to be determined a few weeks prior to event and is based on overall team pace. Overall team pace should be no more than about 10.5 minutes per mile in order to finish in the allotted time.
It is important to provide an accurate per mile pace during the registration process. Pace should not be your personal best, but a comfortable per mile pace over a long distance in demanding conditions. We will check in with each team captain before the event to verify team pace and set team start time.
The course is challenging. Runners should expect to encounter loose gravel, vehicles of all sizes, all types of weather and running in darkness. You will share the road with vehicles throughout the event. Please prepare mentally and physically for this strenuous yet rewarding experience.
Teams can divide the mileage in any way that works for the runners. You can change the plan during the event.
There are many ways to stay informed. Your team captain should be a great resource for planning and preparation tips. Relay Iowa will send emails and post updates on social media leading up to the event. We also have a website with tips and tricks to prepare for the event. www.relayia.org. Keep in touch!
Gravel Relay Run
Sergeant Floyd Monument Historical MarkerSat, Jun 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM
The RipRoar Youth Triathlon Series welcomes athletes ages 6-15 years old, as of December 31, 2026, of all backgrounds and abilities to complete a course of swimming, biking, and running at age-appropriate distances.
The RipRoar Youth Triathlon Series has received numerous awards and nominations for its work empowering and teaching youth life lessons through endurance athletics.
Run Swim Triathlon
Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 7:30 AM
🗓️ Urbandale Independence Day Celebration Run
Date:
Friday, July 4
Time:
7:30 AM: William Courtney 5K Run
8:10 AM: Coach Chuck Silvey 1 Mile Kids Run
8:30 AM: Gary Page Tot Trot
Place:
Start and
finish at Walker Johnston Park, 86th and Douglas, Urbandale, IA
🎽 Packer Pick - Up
Thursday, July 3rd at Lion's Park Shelter House 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Friday, July 4th at Walker Johnston Park 6:00 - 7:00 AM
🥇 Awards / Prizes
5K runners receive a 4th of July Button.
No T-shirts due to reduced rates.
Kids Milers receive a prize, medal and no shirt.
Tot Trotters receive a ribbon.
Winners and runners-up in each division will receive awards in the mail.
Awards also to the top 10 men/women.
All participants receive refreshments.
Complete 4th of July schedule found at: urbandale4thofjuly.org
5k Run
Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 7:45 AM
The Waukee Freedom 5K is a community-wide 4th of July event. All races start and finish at Lutheran Church of Hope Waukee.
This is the 43rd annual event and the only fundraiser for Troop 178.
Programs within Scouting America emphasize learning, personal growth, respect, and—most importantly—service to others. Proceeds from this event help Scouts reach their Scouting goals and support their service to the people of Waukee and surrounding communities. Troop 178 is proud to be more than 30 Scouts strong this year.
Register by June 22nd to receive a great commemorative t-shirt!
1 Miles 5k Run
Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM
The RipRoar Youth Triathlon Series welcomes athletes ages 6-15 years old, as of December 31, 2026, of all backgrounds and abilities to complete a course of swimming, biking, and running at age-appropriate distances.
The RipRoar Youth Triathlon Series has received numerous awards and nominations for its work empowering and teaching youth life lessons through endurance athletics.
Run Swim Triathlon
Sat, Jul 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Join us for the Clive Running Festival, July 18, 2026. Please consider coming out and participating with your family on this scenic course that takes you on the beautiful Clive Greenbelt Trail. With
a 5K, 1 mile run and the Kids Trot mini races (50 meters up to 400 meters), there is an event for all members of the family. This popular trail is used year-round by runners, walkers, and bicyclists. Proceeds from the race are used for trail improvements such as the new drinking fountains which were installed from past races and the annual maintenance on the trail. Your participation in the Clive Running Festival directly benefits all who love and enjoy the use of this wonderful asset.
5k Run Trail