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Sunday, May 2nd, 2027
200 Park Road, Iowa City IA
5K
46–65°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2026
35–58°F
dry
2025
48–61°F
dry
2024
54–72°F
rain
2023
42–59°F
dry
2022
40–56°F
dry
2021
60–81°F
dry
2020
56–69°F
dry
2019
46–63°F
rain
2018
63–76°F
rain
2017
40–59°F
dry
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About this race
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois proudly presents the 43rd Annual Red Shoe Run & Walk 5K!
This annual event raises critical funds and awareness to support our mission of keeping families close to each other—and close to the care they need—when they need it the most.
Participants can run, walk, or join virtually, making this a truly family-friendly event open to all ages and ability levels. Strollers and leashed pets are welcome. Race begins and ends at Lower City Park in Iowa City. On-site festivities include pre-race snacks, a kids zone, and awards for top runners across multiple age groups. After the race, stick around and enjoy a FREE lunch on us!
T-Shirt Info:
Register by April 1 to guarantee your official Red Shoe Run T-shirt. Registrations after April 1 will receive shirts on a first-come, first-served basis at packet pickup and on race day.
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