20th Annual Elma Days 5k/10k Run/Walk
The 20th Annual Elma Days 5k/10k follows the Old Roundhouse Trail and concludes just north of the water tower in Elma. There will be breakfast (included in the entry fee) and an awards presentation that will begin immediately following the race at the Memorial Hall. Join us on one of the flattest, fastest, scenic, and certified (IA 10011MF) courses in Northeast Iowa!
The 10K race will start in Elma at the finish line, run out to Lylah's Marsh (3.1 miles), turn around, and run back into Elma (6.2 miles). The 5k participants will be bussed to Lylah's Marsh and run into Elma. Gatorade and water will be available at Lylah's Marsh. Get your Groove on this year and come run in your best Groovy attire! Peace out!
Pricing and Registration:
5K Entry Fee:
- $20.00: Early Bird Registration (before May 31, 2026)
- $25.00: Registration (June 1 to July 3, 2026)
- $30.00: Late Registration (July 3 to July 10, 2026) - No guarantee for a shirt and/or goody bag.
- $35.00: Same-Day Registration (July 11, 2026) - No guarantee for a shirt and/or goody bag.
10K Entry Fee:
- $25.00: Early Bird Registration (before May 31, 2026)
- $30.00: Registration (June 1 to July 3, 2026)
- $35.00: Late Registration (July 3 to July 10, 2026) - No guarantee for a shirt and/or goody bag.
- $40.00: Same-Day Registration (July 11, 2026) - No guarantee for a shirt and/or goody bag.
Shirt Information: Standard cotton shirt included in the entry fee. Dri-fit shirts are an additional $5.00. 3XL or tall sizes are an additional $3.00. No dri-fit shirts available after July 1st.
Race Day Schedule: Saturday, July 11, 2026
- 5:45 am: Memorial Hall opens for packet pickup and same-day registration.
- 6:20 am: First shuttle bus departs Memorial Hall for Lylah's Marsh (5k start).
- 7:00 am: Last shuttle bus leaves Elma.
- 7:30 am: 5K/10K Race begins.
- 8:00 am: Breakfast begins.
- 9:15 am: Awards and medals presentation at Elma Memorial Hall (approximate).
- 11:00 am: Parade begins and other events continue throughout the day.
Packet Pick Up & Registration: Friday, July 10th, 2025 from 4:00-6:00 pm @ Memorial Hall.
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