PBR Half Marathon
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Event overview
The PBR Half Marathon is an adventure run from Perry to Berkley to Rippey in Iowa. The event for 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, 2026. The distance is a half marathon that follows paved roads through farm country. The course is described as mostly flat with gradual hills and includes one aid station at the halfway point in Berkley.
Logistics and race details
Registration is free and must be completed online on or before race day; registration opens June 21, 2025. Merchandise available for purchase on race day includes teeshirts ($20), headbands ($10), and stocking hats ($25). Donations are accepted for two charities; unspecified proceeds are split 50% to PD Walkers/Warriors for Parkinson’s Research and 50% to Cancer Research.
The starting area is in front of Perry Grand 3 Theatres (1312 2nd St, Perry, IA 50220) and the finish is at the Rippey COOP before crossing Hwy 144. Support is minimal during the run; only one water station is provided at the halfway point in Berkley. Finishers receive a handcrafted wooden medal, snacks, and a drink while supplies last. Participants are responsible for tracking and reporting their own times and for providing their own transportation between start and finish. Lodging options listed include Hotel Pattee and Super 8 Motel in Perry, IA. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.