2026 Running Free 5K Presented by Running Wild 2026 — Davenport, IA

Date
September 19, 2026
Location
Davenport, IA
Venue
Credit Island Park
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $35.00
Events
5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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Running Free 5K Presented by Running Wild takes place at Credit Island Park in Davenport, Iowa on September 19, 2026. The race starts at 8:00 AM and features a single 5K distance. Entry fees range from $30 to $35, making it an accessible option for local runners and those traveling to the area. Credit Island Park offers a park setting for this early-morning event, giving participants a straightforward racing environment. If you're heading to Davenport for this race, you'll want accommodation within easy reach of the venue for a convenient pre-race night and quick morning commute to the start line.

From the Race Organizer
Join us on Saturday, September 19th at Credit Island Park in Davenport for the 4th Annual Running Free 5K Presented by Running Wild! This flat and fast 5K course is perfect for beginners and experienced runners alike, and presents a great opportunity for a nice PR! Proceeds from the race will benefit World Relief, a not-for-profit agency providing services to refugees and other immigrants in Western Illinois and Eastern Iowa. World Relief's aim to provide financial, emotional, cultural, and spiritual support to refugees – victims of war and persecution around the world – who are being placed in the Quad Cities. Since 1999, World Relief Quad Cities has served over 3,000 refugees, immigrants, and secondary migrants in Rock Island County.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 2026 Running Free 5K Presented by Running Wild 2026 — Davenport, IA?

2026 Running Free 5K Presented by Running Wild 2026 — Davenport, IA takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Davenport, Iowa.

Where is 2026 Running Free 5K Presented by Running Wild 2026 — Davenport, IA held?

2026 Running Free 5K Presented by Running Wild 2026 — Davenport, IA is held at Credit Island Park in Davenport, Iowa.

Where can I find hotels near 2026 Running Free 5K Presented by Running Wild 2026 — Davenport, IA?

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