Cedar Rapids Hot Cider Hustle
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Cedar Rapids Hot Cider Hustle
The Cedar Rapids Hot Cider Hustle is scheduled for October 10, 2026 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The event features multiple race distances and a mostly flat, fast course that runs along the Cedar River Trail. The start and finish are located at NewBo City Market. The event uses chip timing and offers both chip timed and fun run categories.
Distances:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
Event amenities and awards include a finisher mug issued to participants in 2025, a runner choice of a premium thin-tec hoodie or a classic t-shirt, and hot apple cider plus caramel apples at the finish line. Half marathon finishers receive finisher medals; 5K and 10K finisher medals are available as add ons. Winner medals are awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each age group and overall for the chip timed categories. Age groups range from 10 and under through 70 plus.
Logistics note that packet pickup can be mailed for a fee, picked up before the event at a retail location, or collected at the event site, and mailed gear typically arrives one to four days before the race for mailed and virtual entries. Water stations provide water on course and sports drink at half marathon stations. No gear check is available. Dogs are not permitted; strollers are allowed for walkers and joggers only and require a guardian waiver.
The event supports Families Helping Families of Iowa, a nonprofit serving foster care children and their families. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
