Finish Strong: Dan Sorensen 5K
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 708 East 13th St., Pella, IA
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $15
From the Organizer
Run for a reason, walk with purpose—join us in honoring Dan Sorensen and empowering students to serve.
Whether you're near, far, fast, or just walking a lap—there's a place for you at the starting line!
All, adults and children, are welcome. We also have a mile walk which is held indoors, through the church (no stairs).
For those who want to participate from a distance, we have a virtual 5K race option as well.
Run it. Walk it. Rock it. Just don’t miss it!
No dogs please!
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
48°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Knoxville, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Pella, IA
Population
10,624
as of 2023
City Elevation
888 ft
Nearest Airport
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Finish Strong: Dan Sorensen 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
108
Days to train
- Race
- Finish Strong: Dan Sorensen 5K
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 708 East 13th St., Pella, IA
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
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.
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 Finish Strong: Dan Sorensen 5K?
- Finish Strong: Dan Sorensen 5K is a running race held in Pella, Iowa on October 3, 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 Finish Strong: Dan Sorensen 5K?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Pella, Iowa at 708 East 13th St.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Finish Strong: Dan Sorensen 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Finish Strong: Dan Sorensen 5K
Oct 3, 2026