When
Saturday, June 20th, 2026
Where
Ada Hayden Park, 5205 Grand Avenue, Ames IA
Distance
5K
About this race
Race Overview
Hybrid 5k Run/Walk at Ada Hayden Park in Ames, Iowa to benefit Friendship Ark Homes & Community Services.
- Charity Purpose: Friendship Ark celebrates the uniqueness of adults with intellectual disabilities by providing homes and community services.
- Mission: We help our core members reach their fullest potential through faith, family, and friendship.
Registration Details
Race registration includes race T-Shirt.
- T-Shirt Guarantee: T-Shirt sizes guaranteed for all entries received by 6/12/2026. Sizes and quantities will be limited after this date.
- Early Bird Pricing: Register by 6/12/26 for early bird pricing.
- Group Discounts: Available for participants.
Race Day Information
8:00 a.m. shot-gun start for in-person race.
- Packet Pickup: Early pick-up of race packets including T-Shirts for in-person entries will be available between 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. on July 2nd, 2026, at our office at 5820 Lincoln Way, Suite 101, Ames, IA 50014.
- Race Day Pickup: Packet distribution on the day of the race will start at 7 a.m. on July 4th, 2026, at the shelter house at Ada Hayden Park in Ames.
Special Contest
Dress Up! Special prize for most patriotic participant.
Age Groups
- Categories: 9 and under: 10-14: 15-19: 20-29: 30-39: 40-49: 50-59: 60-69: 70+
- Awards: Top three in each category recognized.
Virtual Participation
T-Shirts for virtual entries may be picked up at our office at 5820 Lincoln Way, Suite 101, Ames, IA 50014 or you may choose to have your T-Shirt shipped to you for an additional fee (select shipping as an add-on product).
- Shipping: T-Shirts that are shipped may not be received by the participant(s) until after the in-person race day.
- Timing: You may complete your run/walk any time between June 20th and July 4th, 2026, and submit your time directly from your account in RunSignUp.
Tax Information
Friendship Ark is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and a charitable contribution may be available for a portion of your registration fee and/or donation. Please consult your tax advisor for current IRS regulations.
Supporters
The Bill Bergan 5K on the 4th is supported by a Discover Ames Community Grant, Mary Greeley Medical Center, Sign Gypsies, and Downtown Ames Fareway.
More Information
For more details, visit the official race page: The Bill Bergan 5K on the 4th.
Course map
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