Cedar Rapids
Walking Events Calendar near Cedar Rapids 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Cedar Rapids for 2026-2027! We've gathered 17 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
July 2026
Walkers may use the in person 5K or 1 Mile routes from the east side of the courthouse in Vinton, IA, with a children's loop around the courthouse. A virtual 5K runs July 17 to 19 and includes t shirt and medal shipping with t shirts guar..
Walkers can choose 5K or 1 Mile routes that start at St. Marys Church parking lot, 1749 Racine Ave NE, Solon, IA. Restrooms and portables are available, strollers are welcome, no dogs or bikes, and parking is at Solon Recreation and Nature Ar..
Walkers can take part in a 5k walk in Swisher with check in at the Swisher American Legion (68 3rd St SE, Swisher, IA). Day of and online registration are available and the kids 1/2 mi fun run and 400 yd dash are free for ages 10 and unde..
August 2026
Walkers can choose a 1.5K path around the Hoover Presidential Library and Museum grounds and the Presidential Gravesite, on a mix of paved and grass paths. Same day in person registration is available and participants receive water and a snack at..
The event offers a 6K Run and Walk starting in downtown Springville on an alternate route through town since the quarry is unavailable. Packet pickup is on race day in the Springville Presbyterian Church parking lot at 165 Broadway St.
September 2026
Walk options include 5K and 1 Mile courses at Ely City Park in Ely, IA. Day of packet pick-up, check-in, and start and finish are at the park; pre-registered participants may receive a Fall Fest t-shirt (guaranteed if registered by Aug 28) an..
The Mental Health Matters 5K walk starts at Stillwater Coffee, 1275 North Center Point Rd in Hiawatha and follows a community course. The walk is held alongside the run as a memorial event promoting mental health awareness and community support.
October 2026
Walkers can choose 5K or 1 Mile routes starting at 701 10th St. SE in Cedar Rapids alongside the 5K run. The event supports free mammograms and other breast care services, and walking registration fee is $32.
November 2026
The event uses the 1.2 mile woodland loop at Pinicon Ridge Park Central City IA, hilly with two climbs, stairs and 215 ft gain per lap. Direction flips every two hours; aid stations serve hot food; heated lodge; no pets or strollers.
Walkers can follow the chip timed 5K route through downtown Cedar Rapids and the Cedar River Trail, starting and finishing at 1st St SE and 6th Ave SE. Water stations are on course and strollers are allowed in the back of the start corral.
May 2027