Miles in the Maize
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Distance
- Miles in the Maize 5K · Maize Mile · 5K & Maize Mile (BOTH)
From the Organizer
Miles in the Maize is a unique running experience for people of all ages and abilities! With a 5k and Maize Mile, this event takes competitors through a unique off-road course weaving around a corn maze, pumpkin patch, and other beautiful fall Iowa scenery!
The Maize Mile will kick off the festivities at 9:30am, and the 5K will follow at 10:00am! Costume Awards will be voted on and awarded, along with Maize Mile Awards at 9:50am - prior to the start of the 5K!
There will be a brief post-race awards ceremony at the conclusion of the 5k for overall & age group winners.
This year we are excited to announce our partnership with the Corridor/Eastern Iowa Let Me Run and Girls on the Run organizations! Proceeds from the race will be directly donated back to both programs, and you can designate donations online and in person to either organization. These groups help foster community, fun, and fitness for boys and girls in local elementary schools!
If you’d like to register and pay by check, please contact Lindsey@FitnessSports.com.
Race Day registrations online and in-person will be permitted until 9:15AM.
Packet Pickup will be on 11/7 from 1pm-5pm at Fitness Sports in North Liberty (555 Hwy 965 Unit B).
Race Day Pickup will be from 8:30am-9:30am at Colony Acres.
**SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED IF REGISTERING AFTER 10/25!**
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
53°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Iowa City Muni Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About North Liberty, IA
Population
20,782
as of 2023
Elevation
764 ft
Nearest Airport
CID
The Eastern Iowa Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 107 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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What Are You
Waiting For?
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152
Days to train
- Race
- Miles in the Maize
- Date
- November 7, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Miles in the Maize?
- Miles in the Maize is a running race held in North Liberty, Iowa on November 7, 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 Miles in the Maize?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 in North Liberty, Iowa at Colony Acres, 1150 South Front St., North Liberty, IA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Miles in the Maize?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Miles in the Maize
Nov 7, 2026