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Ditmars Spiked Apple 5k

Date
October 4, 2026
Distance
5K Run/Walk
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From the Organizer

Like Running or Walking?  Love Cider?  This race is for you! 

Join us on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 9:00am for an exciting new 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

Registration Includes:

  • T-shirt:  Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt included! 
  • Glass:  Shatterproof, Collapsible, and Portable!
  • Finisher Medal: Doubles as a bottle opener.
  • Race Bib: Chip timed 5k run/walk
  • Results Posted Online
  • A homemade Cider Donut
  • ...and of course, a pour of cider!

Events

5K Run/Walk9 AMRegister →

Weather

Typical Conditions

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

72°

Typical Low

48°

Chance of Rain

25%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Omaha Eppley Airfield, 5 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:24 AMSunset 7:02 PMDaylight 11h 38m

Host City

About Council Bluffs, IA

Population

62,564

as of 2023

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.

Race Location

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Waiting For?

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Race
Ditmars Spiked Apple 5k
Date
October 4, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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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.

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Running

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)

What is the Ditmars Spiked Apple 5k?
Ditmars Spiked Apple 5k is a running race held in Council Bluffs, Iowa on October 4, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Ditmars Spiked Apple 5k?
Sunday, October 4, 2026 in Council Bluffs, Iowa at Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard, Council Bluffs, IA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Ditmars Spiked Apple 5k?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Ditmars Spiked Apple 5k

Oct 4, 2026

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