Run for the Schools 2026 — Iowa City, IA

Date
October 18, 2026
Location
Iowa City, IA
Venue
220 S Gilbert St
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $45.00
Events
1/2-Mile, 1 Mile, 5K, 10K
Includes
T-Shirt
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Iowa City Road Races, Inc. is a non-profit group of volunteers committed to provide a means for fund raising in the community while promoting health and fitness through running at all skill levels. Run for the Schools directly benefits students from the Iowa City Community School District and Regina Catholic Schools.

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Run for the Schools 2026 — Iowa City, IA

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Race Travel Insurance

Don't forget travel insurance for October 18.

You've trained for months and booked a trip to Iowa City, 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.

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  • Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
  • Emergency medical up to $250,000
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