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Saturday, April 10th, 2027
212 1st St. NW, Waverly IA
Half · 5K
37–57°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
36–53°F
dry
2025
35–59°F
dry
2024
39–68°F
dry
2023
46–71°F
dry
2022
37–64°F
dry
2021
42–51°F
dry
2020
27–48°F
dry
2019
36–47°F
rain
2018
22–48°F
dry
2017
42–63°F
rain
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About this race
Kick off your 2027 race season with love!
Join us April 10, 2027, for the inaugural Miles 4 Love Half Marathon & 5K on the beautiful riverfront trails of Waverly, Iowa! Chase that new PR or say goodbye to the long Midwest winter while working together to raise $5,000 for NICU babies and their families!
On race day you can expect:
- Scenic Trails: A beautiful race course along the Cedar River
- Fan Fare: High energy cheering sections to keep you going during those tough miles!
- Hardware: A fresh and unique half marathon finisher's medal
- Racing for good: 50% of profits will be donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois
Our team is so excited to establish this new tradition in Waverly! Follow along on Facebook for the latest race updates, course previews, swag reveals, and behind-the-scenes looks as we bring this event to life!
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