North Star's Duck Dash 5k & Kid's Fun Run
About this race
Early Bird Special! Register by June 1st and get $5 off your 5K Run/Walk registration!
Join North Star for our fourth annual, most ducky, dare we say, most quack-tacular "Duck Dash 5k & Kid's Fun Run," happening on July 18, 2026.
The 5K Run/Walk happens in the morning, just before our Great Rubber Duck Splash, which is our rubber duck race fundraiser. The 5K begins at 7:30 am. On-Line registration deadline is July 15th. To guarantee a t-shirt register by July 7th.
Packet pick-up will be at North Star Community Services (3420 University Avenue, Waterloo) on Friday, July 17th from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. We encourage packet pick-up on Friday, but don't worry if you can't get there, you may still pick your packet up on race day beginning at 6:30 am.
This fun event is meant for people of all abilities and fitness levels - from the serious runners to those who just want to walk.
After June 1st the cost is $30 without a t-shirt and $40 with a t-shirt (save $5 if you register before June 1st)!
The race includes a participant medal and the 5K will be timed.
Fun duck-themed costumes are welcome and encouraged
The route will begin near the Paw Park in Cedar Falls, Iowa and is an "out & back" along the great bike trail along South Main, under Greenhill Road, to the turn-around and back.
The super-ducky Kid's Fun Run will take place right after the 5K and will begin at 8:45, it will take place on the trail around The Falls Aquatic Center (one lap). The cost for the Fun Run is free or $10 with a t-shirt. Each child will receive a participant ribbon/gift.
Following the race, plan to stop by our Great Rubber Duck Splash at The Falls, being held from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. We will have food trucks and fun kid activities. Admission to the event is free with a minimum of one $5 duck adoption - but feel free to adopt more for more chances to win!
Join fellow runners on July 18, 2026 for the North Star's Duck Dash 5k & Kid's Fun Run. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Cedar Falls.
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5K Run/Walk with t-shirt option
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About Cedar Falls
North Star's Duck Dash 5k & Kid's Fun Run takes place in Cedar Falls, Iowa, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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