Ames Midnight Madness Run
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Ames Midnight Madness Road Race
The Ames Midnight Madness Road Race is scheduled for July 10, 2026, and is based at 504 Burnett Avenue in downtown Ames, Iowa. Organizers note a new location and route with race operations returned to the downtown area.
The event program includes packet pickup at Torrent Brewery, a kids fun run, a 5K road race, and a post race celebration in downtown Ames with live music, food, and beverages. The schedule includes awards presentations for the 5K and a post race music program featuring a performing band.
Distances:
- 5K road race
- 600 m kids fun run, free
Awards for the 5K are given to the top three male and female finishers in each age division. Age divisions listed include 9U, 10-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80 plus. The event notes that there is no 10K option.
Sponsors mentioned for the event include Ames Fitness Center, Fitness Sports, and Fleet Feet. Registration pricing tiers are published with changes as the event date approaches. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
