Denver Break-away Days 5K Run/Walk is a running race on August 15, 2026 in Denver, IA, with an entry fee of $20.
From the Organizer
5K Run/Walk during Denver Days celebration. Route is on paved streets within the city limits. Start & finish at Prestien Park. Awards given to overall male & female, along with 1st & 2nd age-group winners. Note: overall winners are not eligible for age group awards.
Divisions (Male/Female): 11 & under; 12-15; 16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60+
T-Shirts not guaranteed for registrations after August 1st
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
83°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Waterloo Muni Ap, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
ALO
Waterloo Regional Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 104 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Denver Break-away Days 5K Run/Walk
Aug 15, 2026