Lace Up For Life
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Event details
The Lace Up For Life event is a 5K road race scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Ankeny, Iowa (zipcode 50023). The event is presented by Alpha Women's Center, described as a non-profit ministry that supports unborn children, mothers, and families. The race is identified as the 2nd Annual Lace Up For Life 5K and includes official timing provided by True Time Racing. The venue address on event materials is 1604 W 1st St, Ankeny, IA.
Registration, fees and race services
Registration tiers are listed as $25 early-bird (through January 31), $30 regular (February 1 through April 4), and $35 late (April 5 through April 11). A signup processing fee of $2.80 is added to the race fee. Registration closes on April 11, 2026. All minors must be registered to participate; children who accompany a registered guardian in a stroller or child carrier may attend at no cost. Each registration includes an official race time, a participation packet with community partner items, and access to post-race activities such as food, awards, inflatables, face painting, balloon animals, and guided tours of Alpha Women’s Center. Packet pickup is offered at Alpha Women’s Center and at Ankeny Christian Academy. A course map is available online. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.