Red Shoe Run & Walk 5K
About the Event
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois proudly presents the 42nd Annual Red Shoe Run & Walk 5K!
This annual event raises critical funds and awareness to support our mission of keeping families close to each other—and close to the care they need—when they need it the most.
Participants can run, walk, or join virtually, making this a truly family-friendly event open to all ages and ability levels. Strollers and leashed pets are welcome. Race begins and ends at Lower City Park in Iowa City. On-site festivities include pre-race snacks, a kids zone, and awards for top runners across multiple age groups. After the race, stick around and enjoy a FREE lunch on us!
T-Shirt Info:
Register by April 1 to guarantee your official Red Shoe Run T-shirt. Registrations after April 1 will receive shirts on a first-come, first-served basis at packet pickup and on race day.
🚨 NEW for 2026: An updated race route (still starting and ending at Lower City Park)! Click on the yellow button below to watch the preview video of our new route!
Join fellow runners on May 3, 2026 for the Red Shoe Run & Walk 5K. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Iowa City.
Races Offered
Running
5K Run
Virtual Run/Walk
Walking
5K Walk
About Iowa City
Red Shoe Run & Walk 5K takes place in Iowa City, Iowa, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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Race information has been sourced from the event's official website and other publicly available resources. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to the official website directly. If you notice any incorrect or missing information, don't hesitate to reach out to us by email.