From the Organizer
Pufferbilly Days is IN BLOOM! this year. Bring your families to Boone on September 20 and enjoy a 5K or 10K run beginning and ending downtown. The race will begin at 7:30 a.m. sharp! Stick around for the parade, food court, family friendly activities, live music, and much much more! A SLIGHT CHANGE-- The run will go west on 7th street, south on Greene Street from 7th, take a few turns at 1st, Carroll, 2nd, and Monona, then head through the beautiful city cemetery. We will continue south and make a short loop through Herman Park before returning uptown. 10K runners will also enjoy a run south down Division Street, east on a beautiful Park Avenue, and a quick loop through our famous McHose City Park. You will finish the race at 7th and Story to alleviate the busy interesection at the Bakery AND to elimate the uphill finish!! Come and see what Pufferbilly Days in Boone has to offer! NOTE: You must be able to complete the race by 9:00 due to the parade starting at 9:30. MAKE SURE YOU CLICK ON "AGE-BASED PRICING" FOR KIDS 17 AND UNDER!!
We will donate $5 from each registration to the Lowell Park renovations!!
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
75°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Boone, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Boone, IA
Population
12,445
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,130 ft
Nearest Airport
FOD
Fort Dodge Regional Airport · 37 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 38 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?
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Days to train
- Race
- Pufferbilly 5k and 10k Run
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- 7th and Story St, Boone, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Pufferbilly 5k and 10k Run?
- Pufferbilly 5k and 10k Run is a running race held in Boone, Iowa on September 19, 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 Pufferbilly 5k and 10k Run?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Boone, Iowa at 7th and Story St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Pufferbilly 5k and 10k Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Pufferbilly 5k and 10k Run
Sep 19, 2026