
From the Organizer
Run the historic horn while you support local youth. Proceeds go towards a scholarship for West Prairie High School seniors who exhibit character and integrity like our local legend, Duane Beck.
Events
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
80°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from La Harpe, 16 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
681 ft
Nearest Airport
BRL
Southeast Iowa Regional Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 117 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Colchester Duane Beck 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Colchester Duane Beck 5K
Sep 5, 2026