Cedar Rapids Marathon Weekend - Early Bird
About this race
The Cedar Rapids Marathon Weekend, which includes a marathon, half marathon, team relay, 10K, 5K and Kids Run is an exciting new event with a distance for all on a weekend that celebrates movement and the community. This inclusive weekend is designed for all physical abilities and celebrates the spirit of movement, wellness, and positive energy throughout the Cedar Rapids community. From scenic miles to high-fives at the finish line, the Cedar Rapids Marathon Weekend shines a spotlight on the city's vibrant culture and active lifestyle. Join us as we run, walk, and move together in the heart of Eastern Iowa!
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Running
Marathon
The Boston Qualifying marathon distance at Cedar Rapids Marathon Weekend offers runners a scenic 26.2-mile journey through the heart of the city and its surrounding beauty. Designed to be fast, flat, and welcoming, this course highlights everything that makes Cedar Rapids special—from its vibrant downtown to its charming neighborhoods and riverfront views.
Half Marathon
The half marathon distance at Cedar Rapids Marathon Weekend offers runners a scenic 13.1 mile journey through the heart of the city and its surrounding beauty. Designed to be fast, flat, and welcoming, this course highlights everything that makes Cedar Rapids special—from its vibrant downtown to its charming neighborhoods and riverfront views.
Team Relay presented by Downtown Cedar Rapids
The Cedar Rapids Marathon Team Relay is the perfect way to experience race day with friends! Gather a crew of up to five runners and take on the 26.2-mile course together—each teammate running a leg of the race before passing the baton. Whether you're in it for the challenge, the camaraderie, or just the post-race celebration, the team relay is all about shared miles and unforgettable moments. Perfect for running clubs, coworkers, or just a group of friends looking for a fun and active way to be part of.
Bankers Trust 10K
The Cedar Rapids Marathon Weekend Bankers Trust 10K is the perfect distance for runners and walkers looking for a fun, fast, and rewarding challenge. This 6.2-mile course showcases some of the city’s best sights while offering an energetic race-day atmosphere and the same epic finish line experience as the marathon.
CRBT 5K
The Cedar Rapids Marathon Weekend 5K is a fun and festive way to get moving! Perfect for all ages and abilities, this 3.1-mile race is great for first-timers, families, or anyone looking to be part of the event's positive energy. Enjoy a lively course, enthusiastic spectators, and a celebratory finish line experience—all while being part of an unforgettable community event.
Kids Run
The Cedar Rapids Marathon Weekend Free Kids Run is a highlight of race day, taking place at noon in the heart of the action! Open to kids of all ages and abilities—and completely free—this fun dash allows the youngest participants to join in the celebration of movement and community spirit. It's a heartwarming race experience that shows it's never too early to fall in love with staying active.
Race-day daylight
We have no recorded weather for Cedar Rapids yet, but sunrise and sunset follow from the venue and the date.
The sun rises at 6:10 AM and sets at 7:58 PM local time (CDT) in Cedar Rapids on April 25, 2027 — 13h 47m of daylight.
Course
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- Cedar Rapids 5K Races 7 races
- 10K Run Events in Cedar Rapids 3 races
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- Marathons in Cedar Rapids 2 races
- Cedar Rapids Running Calendar 2026 9 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 10 Cedar Rapids events
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