The Bill Bergan 5K on the Fourth
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The Bill Bergan 5K on the Fourth
The Bill Bergan 5K on the Fourth is a hybrid 5K run/walk with both an in-person event at Ada Hayden Park in Ames, Iowa, and a virtual option that can be completed between June 20, 2026 and July 4, 2026. The event benefits Friendship Ark Homes & Community Services, a 501(c)(3) organization that provides homes and community services for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Registration is available in advance; registration opens on May 11, 2026 and closes on June 13, 2026. The standard registration fee is $35.00. Early bird pricing applies to registrations received by June 12, 2026. Group discounts are available. Race registration includes a race T-shirt; sizes are guaranteed for entries received by June 12, 2026, with limited sizes available after that date. Virtual participants may pick up T-shirts at the organizer office or choose shipping for an additional fee, with shipped shirts potentially arriving after the in-person date.
Race packets and T-shirts are distributed by the organizer, with a pickup location at 5820 Lincoln Way, Suite 101, Ames, IA 50014. Age group categories are listed for awards and the top three finishers in each age group are recognized. Charity contribution information notes that a portion of the registration fee or donations may be tax deductible; participants should consult a tax advisor for current IRS guidance.
The event is supported by community partners including Discover Ames Community Grant, Sign Gypsies, and Downtown Ames Fareway. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
