Fire Runner 5K
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Fire Runner 5K
Fire Runner 5K is a running event held on June 12, 2027 at Lost Island Waterpark and Lost Island Themepark in Waterloo, Iowa (2600 E Shaulis Rd, 50701). The route passes along the waterpark lazy river sidewalk and continues through several named attractions including Tamariki, Udara, Awa, Yuta, and finishes in Mura at the Fire Runner attraction. The main race distance is 5K (3.1 miles).
Race entry includes admission to Lost Island Themepark on the day of the race, a Fire Runner 5K t-shirt, and a race bib. There is an optional additional purchase for a Lost Island Waterpark ticket on race day for $25. Registration fee for the event is $30. Registration opens February 2, 2027 and closes April 13, 2027.
The Fire Runner attraction received the USA Today Readers' Choice Award for Best New Theme Park Attraction of 2025. The event combines running on park sidewalks and pathways with access to theme park areas during the event day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
