Cedar Rapids Hot Cider Hustle
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Cedar Rapids Hot Cider Hustle
The Cedar Rapids Hot Cider Hustle is an October road running event in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, scheduled for October 10, 2026. The event features chip timed race categories on a flat course that runs along the Cedar River Trail, with the start and finish located at NewBo City Market.
Distance options include a half marathon, a 10K and a 5K. In 2026 every participant receives a finisher mug. Event gear is available as a classic t-shirt or an upgraded thin-tec quarter zip. Finish line provisions include hot apple cider and caramel apples. Half marathon finishers receive a finisher medal; 5K and 10K finisher medals are available as add-ons. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers overall and in age groups for each chip timed distance.
A mailed packet option is available for a fee of $14.99 per participant. A virtual category is offered and virtual gear is typically mailed one to four days before race day. Pacers are provided for goal times and volunteers receive an event shirt. Free digital photos are offered after the race but are not guaranteed. The event is chip timed and may proceed in various weather conditions with safety-based decisions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
