
From the Organizer
Race Details:
Join us in Keystone Iowa to run/walk/crawl and survive the 2026 Zombie Apocalypse 5K. This 5K distance race will be chip timed. Each runner will have flags attached to them (also known as flags, from flag football belts). Zombies will be located throughout the course and attempt to pull runners flags. Zombies will not physically contact any runner other than in attempts to pull a flag from the runner’s belt. Pulling, grabbing, pushing, striking a Zombie or a runner will not be permitted. Zombies will be identified with make-up and/or costumes.
All Proceeds will be donated to Keystone First Responders and Benton Girl's Wrestling.
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
66°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Belle Plaine, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
888 ft
Nearest Airport
CID
The Eastern Iowa Airport · 28 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 81 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Days to train
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Keystone Iowa 2026 Zombie Apocalypse 5K Run
Oct 10, 2026