Wabash Trace Running Festival
Wabash Trace Running Festival is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Shenandoah, IA, with entry fees from $20 to $80.
- Date
- September 12, 2026 (51 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$80
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Welcome to one of the Midwest’s most scenic and runnable trail experiences. The Wabash Trace Running Festival takes you along the iconic Wabash Trace Nature Trail—a crushed limestone rail-trail that winds through rolling countryside, quiet farmland, and tree-lined stretches that feel miles away from the noise of everyday life.
Whether you’re chasing a Boston Qualifier, building toward your next big race, or just looking for a beautiful place to run, this course delivers a smooth, fast, and incredibly enjoyable trail experience.
With distances for everyone, this is a weekend built for runners, families, and the entire community:
Full Marathon – Go the distance on a peaceful, out-and-back style course that showcases the best of the trail
Half Marathon – The perfect balance of challenge and flow on a scenic stretch of the Trace
10K & 5K– Fast, approachable, and fun—ideal for newer runners or those looking to race shorter distances
Free Kids Race – Because the next generation of runners deserves their moment too
Expect a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere with just the right amount of race-day energy. You’ll find well-stocked aid stations, a supportive running community, and a finish line that feels earned.
This isn’t just another race—it’s a chance to unplug, move, and experience one of Iowa’s most beloved trails in a whole new way.
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
80°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Shenandoah.
Host City
About Shenandoah, IA
Population
4,913
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,044 ft
Nearest Airport
OMA
Eppley Airfield · 47 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 Wabash Trace Running Festival, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
51
Days to train
- Race
- Wabash Trace Running Festival
- Date
- September 12, 2026
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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 an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Make it a Racecation
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Wabash Trace Running Festival
Sep 12, 2026