22ND Annual
22nd Annual George Ballard Memorial 5K Fun Run & 2 Mile Walk is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Mitchellville, IA, with an entry fee of $25.
From the Organizer
George Ballard helped to organize this event as part of the Thomas Mitchell Days celebration. We continue to honor George by having this event in his name. Please join us for a fun event. The course is over Mitchellville city streets which includes some hills. Awards will be given to top 3 in both run and walk.
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
75°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Des Moines 17 E, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 18 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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22nd Annual George Ballard Memorial 5K Fun Run & 2 Mile Walk
Sep 19, 2026