56461 180th St, Ames IA
Saturday, June 20th, 2026
🌲 Iowa Trail Run Series: A Midsummer Night's Run
Taking place on 2026-06-20 at 56461 180th St, Ames, IA, this race invites you to experience the thrill of running in the woods at night.
🏃♂️ Race Options
- Challenge: Take on the 5K or 10K distance.
- Location: McFarland Park, just outside of Ames.
- Trail Variety: Enjoy a mix of single track trail, prairie, and gravel paths.
- Experience: Witness the beauty of an Iowa summer night as you run.
🌟 Community Support
- Contribution: $3 from every registration goes to the Conservation Partners of Story County.
- Impact: Helps keep Peterson Park, McFarland Park, and other public parks in Story County beautiful.
🎖️ What You Get
- Race Amenities: Clear marking and course support, basic timing included.
- Unique Items: Custom bib plus a rotating race item like a BUFF, socks, or coffee mugs.
- Series Perk: Signing up for the entire series includes a series backpack.
- Optional Gear: Add a soft, comfy tri-blend shirt featuring one of our Animal Icons during registration.
🍔 Post-Race Fun
- Refuel: Plenty of post-race food to help you recover.
- Activities: Games and giveaways from sponsors add to the fun.
🔗 More Information
For more details and to register, visit the official race page: Iowa Trail Run Series: A Midsummer Night's Run.
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