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Saturday, April 10th, 2027
1604 W 1st St, Ankeny IA
5K
40–59°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
37–54°F
dry
2025
40–61°F
dry
2024
41–69°F
dry
2023
45–71°F
dry
2022
40–70°F
dry
2021
45–57°F
dry
2020
27–51°F
dry
2019
41–53°F
rain
2018
25–53°F
dry
2017
42–63°F
rain
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Race-day forecast says layers
40°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
Alpha Women's Center is a non-profit ministry dedicated to providing help and hope for the unborn, mothers, and families in our community. By participating in the 4th Annual Lace Up For Life 5k, you can be a part of our mission! Included with each registration is an official 5K time by True Time Racing, participation packet with goodies from community partners, and post-race activities - FREE food, awards, inflatables, face painting, balloon animals, guided tours of AWC and more. A morning of FUN for the whole family!
Things to Note:
- Signup before March 25th to guarantee a t-shirt in your size.
- Due to liability requirements and official race rules, all minors must be registered to participate.
- However, there is NO COST for children who accompany a registered guardian while riding in a stroller or child carrier.
- Price:
- $30.00 early bird until January 31st.
- $35.00 normal price from February 1st - April 4th
- $40.00 late signup price from April 4th - April 10th (race day)
- Race Fee (a tax-deductible charitable contribution) + $2.80 Signup Fee
- $25.00 Kids 12 years old and under
- Registration: Registration ends April 10, 2026 at 9:00am CDT
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