Especially for You Race Against Breast Cancer
- Date
- October 4, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Walk · Family Fun Walk- 1mile-ish · 5K Run (Timed)
From the Organizer
The 36th Annual Race Against Breast Cancer 5K Walk/Run and Family Fun Walk - You make a difference. Right here in your community. By participating in the Especially for You® Race Against Breast Cancer, you’re helping to support free mammograms and other breast-care and gynecological services to area individuals in need.
Events
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
70°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cedar Rapids #1, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
Population
136,859
as of 2023
Elevation
844 ft
Nearest Airport
CID
The Eastern Iowa Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 110 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Especially for You Race Against Breast Cancer, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
118
Days to train
- Race
- Especially for You Race Against Breast Cancer
- Date
- October 4, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Especially for You Race Against Breast Cancer?
- Especially for You Race Against Breast Cancer is a running race held in CEDAR RAPIDS, 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 Especially for You Race Against Breast Cancer?
- Sunday, October 4, 2026 in CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa at 701 10th St. SE, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Especially for You Race Against Breast Cancer?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Especially for You Race Against Breast Cancer
Oct 4, 2026