
Ditmars Spiked Apple 5k is a running race on September 25, 2027 in Council Bluffs, IA, with an entry fee of $45.
Like Running or Walking? Love Cider? This race is for you!
Join us on Saturday, September 25, 2027 for an exciting annual event that features the amazing scenery and landscape of Ditmars Orchard! Ditmars Orchard has expanded to include their vineyard, wine, pumpkin patch and a focus on specialty food items that you can’t find anywhere else. So come join us for a family friendly event. So, whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the cider and camaraderie this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com.
Due to the huge turnout at this event, we will have 2 waves at 8am and 10am! You will select your start time wave during registration.
Registration Includes:
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
76°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Omaha Eppley Airfield, 5 mi from the venue.
Population
62,564
as of 2023
City Elevation
985 ft
Nearest Airport
OMA
Eppley Airfield · 4 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Ditmars Spiked Apple 5k
Sep 25, 2027