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2026 Run for the Schools

Expected Race Date

~Oct 2026

Date not yet announced — this is when the race usually runs.

Location

Iowa City, IA

Solid Pick56

Quick facts

Date
around October 2026 (expected)
Location
Iowa City, Iowa
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

The Experience

Iowa City Road Races, Inc. is a non-profit group of volunteers committed to provide a means for fund raising in the community while promoting health and fitness through running at all skill levels. Run for the Schools directly benefits students from the Iowa City Community School District and Regina Catholic Schools.

Logistics

Race Day

around October 2026 (expected)

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

Iowa City, IA

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Quality Score

Solid Pick56
Methodology
Heritage20/20

18 years running

Size10/15

~120 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty15/20

15% returning runners

Course & details0/15

limited extras

National draw5/10

runners from 6 states

Front-pack speed1/5

winner 1:26:23

Weather0/10

no weather data yet

Frequently asked

When is the 2026 Run for the Schools?

The 2026 Run for the Schools hasn't announced its next date yet, but it typically takes place around October 2026 (expected).

Where does the 2026 Run for the Schools take place?

It takes place in Iowa City, Iowa.

What distances does the 2026 Run for the Schools offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the 2026 Run for the Schools course flat and good for a PR?

The 2026 Run for the Schools is a rolling hills, loop course course.

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