Red Shoe Run - Iowa City
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Red Shoe Run & Walk 5K : Overview
The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois hosts the 41st Annual Red Shoe Run & Walk 5K, scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2026. The event raises funds and awareness to help keep families close to medical care. Participants may choose to run, walk, or take part virtually. Entry fees are listed at $40 for standard registration and $20 for ages 0-13. Prices increase after December 28, 2025. Registration by April 1 guarantees a race t-shirt; registrations after April 1 will receive shirts only on a first-come, first-served basis at packet pickup and on race day. Virtual registration closes on May 3, 2026.
- 5K
Location and event details
The event starts and finishes at Lower City Park, 200 Park Rd, Iowa City, IA 52246. On-site offerings include a kids zone, post-race food, and awards for top runners in multiple age groups. Strollers and pets on leash are permitted. A course map and additional race information are available online, and packet pickup is provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.