10K Races in Iowa
Iowa has 30 upcoming 10K races scheduled for 2026. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 20 of 30 races (67%) take place between May and September, with July (6 events) the busiest month. Bettendorf is the busiest city with 13 races, ahead of Des Moines (9) and Cedar Falls (2).
10K races by month in Iowa
Jul (6) · Sep (5) · Jun (4) · Aug (4) · Oct (4) · Nov (3) · Dec (2) · Apr (1) · May (1)
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Sturgis Falls 5K & 10K
Cedar Falls, IA
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Sturgis Falls 5K & 10K
June 27, 2026
Cedar Falls, IA
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Movie Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (25)
Bettendorf, IA
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Movie Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (25)
June 27, 2026
Bettendorf, IA
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (29)
Bettendorf, IA
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (29)
July 25, 2026
Bettendorf, IA
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (33)
Bettendorf, IA
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (33)
August 15, 2026
Bettendorf, IA
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (37)
September 12, 2026
Des Moines, IA
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (38)
September 19, 2026
Bettendorf, IA
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (38)
Bettendorf, IA
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (38)
September 20, 2026
Bettendorf, IA
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Hot Cider Hustle - Cedar Rapids Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
October 10, 2026
Cedar Rapids, IA
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Bettendorf, IA (44)
October 31, 2026
Bettendorf, IA
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Hillbilly Hike Half Marathon, 10k, & Greubel Memorial 5k
November 7, 2026
Carlisle, IA
Top Cities for 10K Races in Iowa
Frequently asked questions
How long is a 10K race?▾
A 10K is 6.2 miles (10 kilometers). It is a popular step-up distance from the 5K and a great intermediate goal for runners building toward a half marathon.
What is the largest 10K in the US?▾
The AJC Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta is the largest 10K in the world, drawing over 60,000 runners every Fourth of July. The BOLDERBoulder in Colorado is another massive 10K with 45,000+ participants.
What is a good 10K time?▾
The average US 10K finish time is around 55-60 minutes. Competitive runners aim for sub-45 minutes, while beginners often target finishing under 1 hour 10 minutes.
How do I train for a 10K?▾
A typical 10K training plan is 8-10 weeks with 3-4 runs per week, including one longer run that builds to 6-7 miles. If you can comfortably run a 5K, you are ready to start training for a 10K.