Outrun the Rays 5k Walk/Run

Racers 9 and under can register for the Kids' Fun Run. This race will not be professionally timed, but medals will be given for the top three finishers for boys and girls. Registration will include a t-shirt and race packet. Kids' Fun Run will begin at 8:45 a.m.

While we encourage family and friends of melanoma warriors to walk/run together as a team, and wear a team t-shirt to honor a loved one who has battled this disease, you do not need to register as a team. All registrations are individual- see you on race day!

The race starts at 9:15 a.m. at the Peosta Community Center and ends at the Peosta Community Center.  When you register before May 11, the entry fee is $30.  This includes an event t-shirt (For sixes 2XL, add $2). Onsite registration begins at 8:00am and ends at 8:30 a.m.  Late entries and same day registration cost is $35 and an event shirt is not guaranteed for the late entries. The 5k Race will be timed and scored by J3 Timing. 

We invite families & friends of Melanoma warriors to participate & encourage you to wear a team T-Shirt in honor of a loved one who has battled this disease.

Bike Ride starts at 1:00 p.m. at  Darkbird Taphouse in Peosta, IA. Two routes are offered. These include 24 miles or 38 miles. To enter into the bike ride, is a free-will donation.  For more information visit www.bikeiowa.com or www.OutrunTheRays.org.  

Check out our Facebook Page at "Outrun The Rays."

Join fellow runners on May 16, 2026 for the Outrun the Rays 5k Walk/Run. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Peosta.