56461 180th St, Ames IA
Saturday, June 13th, 2026
🌲 Race Overview
Your parents always told you not to play in the woods at night, right? Now's your chance to give it a go! Take on the challenge of a 5K or 10K at McFarland Park just outside of Ames. There's a great mix of single track trail, prairie, and gravel. You'll do it all as the sun sets on a beautiful Iowa summer night!
💚 Charity Support
- Contribution: $3 from every registration goes to the Conservation Partners of Story County.
- Impact: They help keep Peterson Park, McFarland Park, and other great public parks in Story County beautiful.
🏃♂️ Race Features
- Value: It's not about spending a bunch of cash for no reason.
- Support: Clear marking and course support, with basic timing.
- Extras: A cool custom bib and a rotating race item such as a BUFF, socks, a stocking cap, coffee mug, and aluminum water bottle.
- Series Benefit: Signing up for the entire series includes an exclusive series gift!
👕 Additional Merchandise
Do you want a really soft and comfy tri-blend shirt with one of our Animal Icons? Great! Add one during your registration. We know some people have enough stuff in their closet and others may want to commemorate the day!
🍔 Post-Race Fun
- Food: Plenty of post-race food to refuel!
- Activities: Games and giveaways from sponsors!
🔗 For More Information
Visit the race page for registration and more details: Iowa Trail Run Series: A Midsummer Night's Run.
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