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Saturday, November 7th, 2026
Colony Acres, 1150 South Front St., North Liberty IA
5K · 1 Mile
36–52°F · low rain risk
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2025
43–64°F
dry
2024
37–55°F
dry
2023
39–58°F
dry
2022
34–49°F
dry
2021
46–63°F
dry
2020
53–69°F
dry
2019
19–30°F
dry
2018
28–39°F
dry
2017
31–43°F
dry
2016
44–65°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Miles in the Maize is a unique running experience for people of all ages and abilities! With a 5k and Maize Mile, this event takes competitors through a unique off-road course weaving around a corn maze, pumpkin patch, and other beautiful fall Iowa scenery!
Race Schedule
- Maize Mile Start Time: 9:30am
- 5K Start Time: 10:00am
- Costume Awards: Voted on and awarded at 9:50am
- Post-Race Ceremony: Brief ceremony for overall & age group winners following the 5K
Community Partnership
This year we are excited to announce our partnership with the Corridor/Eastern Iowa Let Me Run organization! Proceeds from the race will be directly donated back to this local program. These groups help foster community, fun, and fitness for boys in local elementary schools!
Registration Information
- Register by Check: Please contact Lindsey@FitnessSports.com.
- Registration Deadline: Race Day registrations online and in-person will be permitted until 9:15AM.
- Packet Pickup: On 11/6 from 1pm-5pm at Fitness Sports in North Liberty (555 Hwy 965 Unit B).
- Race Day Pickup: From 8:30am-9:30am at Colony Acres.
Important Note
SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED IF REGISTERING AFTER 10/25!
Event Location
Colony Acres, 1150 South Front St., North Liberty, IA
Race Website
For more details, visit Miles in the Maize.
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