
Young Life 5K is a running race on August 29, 2026 in Davenport, IA, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Race Start Time: Our 5K race will start at 8:00am and the 1 mile family fun run will begin at 8:30am. There is a map below of where we'll be and where you can park for the race.
Race Course: We will be having a simple down and back, starting off to the West, along the Davenport river trail. There will be an aid station, signs, and an optional game at the turnaround spot. You won't miss it!
Results/Awards: This is a timed race and your results will be available online immediately following the race.
Post-Race: Feel free to stay around as long as you wish after the race. We will have music, plenty of food and drinks including cinnamon roll pancakes, and various games for you to be able to enjoy. You’ll also have an opportunity to hear briefly from a few of our teens about how Young Life Davenport has impacted them!
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
81°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rock Island L&D 15, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
101,083
as of 2023
City Elevation
666 ft
Nearest Airport
MLI
Quad City International Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 141 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.
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Young Life 5K
Aug 29, 2026