Sunday, October 4th, 2026
Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard, Council Bluffs IA
5K
53–72°F · some rain risk
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2025
70–87°F
dry
2024
54–77°F
dry
2023
57–72°F
dry
2022
58–83°F
dry
2021
50–75°F
dry
2020
40–62°F
dry
2019
44–58°F
dry
2018
41–55°F
dry
2017
53–69°F
dry
2016
62–68°F
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About this race
Like Running or Walking? Love Cider? This race is for you!
Join us on Sunday, October 4, 2026 for an exciting new event that features the amazing scenery and landscape of Ditmars Orchard! Ditmars Orchard has expanded to include their vineyard, wine, pumpkin patch and a focus on specialty food items that you can’t find anywhere else. So come join us for a family friendly event. So, whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the cider and camaraderie this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com.
Due to the huge turnout at this event, we will have 2 waves at 8am and 10am! You will select your start time wave during registration.
Registration Includes:
- T-shirt: Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt included!
- Glass: Shatterproof, Collapsible, and Portable!
- Finisher Medal: Doubles as a bottle opener.
- Race Bib: Chip timed 5k run/walk
- Results Posted Online
- A homemade Cider Donut
- ...and of course, a pour of cider!
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