Fairways and Finish Lines 2026 — Cherokee, IA

Date
September 19, 2026
Location
Cherokee, IA
Venue
800 North 11th street
Start Time
9:00 PM
Sunrise
7:05 AM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $20.00
Events
5k
Includes
T-Shirt
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A 5k fun run/walk held at the Cherokee Country Club. This event will take place at night on a lighted race course. Participants can run or walk the course. Race participants will park at the High School. Access to the course will be found behind the high school. The start line is located behind the clubhouse in front of the pool. https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=17pqAcp8Un0D6xbgDenXuZ-DuwQJifGg&usp=sharing

Course & Travel Notes

The race begins at 9:00 PM, well after the 7:06 AM sunrise on race day. September in Cherokee typically brings highs around 75°F and lows near 50°F, with rain occurring on about 28% of days, so plan accordingly with layered clothing and rain gear. The venue sits at 1,283 feet elevation. Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field (SUX) is the nearest airport, located 48.7 miles from the race site.

⛰️ 1,283 ft elevation☀️ Typically 75°F / 50°F · 28% chance of rain✈️ Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field (SUX) — 48.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Fairways and Finish Lines 2026 — Cherokee, IA?

Fairways and Finish Lines 2026 — Cherokee, IA takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Cherokee, Iowa.

Where is Fairways and Finish Lines 2026 — Cherokee, IA held?

Fairways and Finish Lines 2026 — Cherokee, IA is held at 800 North 11th street in Cherokee, Iowa.

Where can I find hotels near Fairways and Finish Lines 2026 — Cherokee, IA?

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