
From the Organizer
Kick off the Reinbeck’s Sesquicentennial & 4th of July Celebration on Saturday with a 5K Fun Run/Walk!
This is a chip-timed event followed by a free kids dash!
Strollers and pets on a leash are welcome. Skateboards, skates, roller blades and bikes are prohibited.
Important Race Times
Race Day Registration: 6:30-7 a.m.
Packet Pick-up: 6:30-7 a.m.
5K/2-Mile Walk Start: 7:30 a.m.
Kid’s Dash Start: 8:30 a.m.
Awards Ceremony: 9:00 a.m.
Pre-Race Packet Pickup will be available on race day from 6:30 to 7:00 a.m. near the entrance to the Aquatic Center, east of the baseball diamond.
Register by June 25, 2026 to be guaranteed a t-shirt for 5K run and walk participants.
Awards to top two finishers in each age category (men and women). All registered participants are eligible for door prizes.
Age Groups:
9 and under
10-14
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
In order to compete, you must be in good health and physically prepared to take on the challenges of the event you register for. Registration is available in advance or on race day. Skateboards, skates, and bikes, are prohibited on the course. Online and mail in registration for the 5K race closes on June 25, 2026.
Parking near Elmwood Park & baseball diamond.
Coordinated by Gladbrook-Reinbeck Dollars for Scholars.
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
83°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Grundy Ctr, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
1,015 ft
Nearest Airport
ALO
Waterloo Regional Airport · 20 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 77 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Reinbeck 4th of July/Sesquicentennial Running Makes Cent$ 5K Fun Run/Walk
Jul 4, 2026