2026 Healthiest State Annual Walk presented by Delta Dental 2026 — Please select your city, IA

Date
October 7, 2026
Location
Please select your city, IA
Venue
Register your school, workplace, community, or household for a walk in your area!
Start Time
1:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00
Events
2026 Healthiest State Annual Walk
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The 2026 Healthiest State Annual Walk presented by Delta Dental takes place across Iowa on October 7th, with participants registering their school, workplace, community, or household to walk in their local area. The event features a 1-mile distance and is free to enter, making it accessible to walkers of all levels. With a typical start time of 1:00 AM, this race offers a unique opportunity to participate in an organized walking event on your own terms within your Iowa community. Whether you're training for an endurance goal or simply looking to contribute to a health-focused community initiative, this statewide event lets you complete your mile on familiar ground.

From the Race Organizer
The 2026 Healthiest State Annual Walk, presented by Delta Dental of Iowa, will be held on October 7. The Annual Walk is an opportunity to join thousands of other Iowans statewide in walking for 30 minutes to raise awareness of the importance of physical and mental well-being in Iowa. Workplaces, schools, organizations and cities are all encouraged to register a walk for free! Moving Iowa forward starts with healthy habits. Whether it's taking a walk, making healthier food choices, connecting with others, or prioritizing mental wellness, every positive choice contributes to a stronger and healthier Iowa. The Healthiest State Walk is a reminder that meaningful change often begins with small steps and that together, those steps can move Iowa forward towards a healthier future! Let us know where you’ll be walking and spread the word in your community with #MoveIowaForward on social media!

2026 Healthiest State Annual Walk presented by Delta Dental 2026 — Please select your city, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 2026 Healthiest State Annual Walk presented by Delta Dental 2026 — Please select your city, IA?

2026 Healthiest State Annual Walk presented by Delta Dental 2026 — Please select your city, IA takes place on October 7, 2026. The race is held in Please select your city, Iowa.

Where is 2026 Healthiest State Annual Walk presented by Delta Dental 2026 — Please select your city, IA held?

2026 Healthiest State Annual Walk presented by Delta Dental 2026 — Please select your city, IA is held at Register your school, workplace, community, or household for a walk in your area! in Please select your city, Iowa.

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