Check-in for all races starts at 8:30 AM. All racers should be ready to go by 9:00 AM near the start line . Kids' fun runs and 5K walkers will begin at 9:00 AM, and once the kids' 100-meter dash and fun run are completed, 5K runners will begin around 9:30 AM. View (PDF) the map of the race. 5K Registration Fees: If you are participating in the walk, your start time will be 9:00 a.m. $30.00 Race Fee + $2.80 SignUp Fee Optional T-Shirt Add-On for $10.00 Additional charge for plus sizes Option Finisher Medal Add-On for $5.00 Race Registration increases to $40.00 after September 30, 2026, at 11:59 pm CDT with no shirt add-on option. Kids' (<10) Fun Runs Registration Fees: Age groups for the fun run: The kids' dash and the 0.62 around the lake are fun, untimed dashes for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, and there is an option to add a youth-sized shirt ($10.00) and medal ($5.00)! (If your child wants to run the kids' dash and doesn't want the SWAG, they are we
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Mayor’s Run for the Trails 5K + Kids Fun Run 2026 — Johnston, IA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 10.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Johnston, IA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
