Wings of Hope - Cathy Nielsen Walk & Talk
About this race
This year, we’re honored to be hosting the 2nd Annual Cathy Nielsen Walk & Talk. Cathy, the beloved sister of our founder, was a fierce supporter of Wings of Hope and our mission. Though she passed away after her own battle with cancer, her spirit of walking, connection, and community lives on through this event.
All of the proceeds from this event go right back into our organization allowing us to continue to provide free support to cancer patients and their families right here in our community.
Choose from 1-mile or 3-mile routes. It's the perfect way to spend a morning with family and friends while helping those on the cancer journey in our communities. Pets welcome! Registration is from 9:00 to 9:30am, followed by the walks.
REGISTER BY SEPT. 11, 2025, TO ENSURE A T-SHIRT IN YOUR SIZE.
Our 2026 theme, Butterflies, represents transformation, resilience, hope, and new beginnings—beautiful reminders that healing often takes many forms and that even through life's greatest challenges, growth is possible.
Throughout the morning, you'll enjoy:
A scenic walk across the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge
Fresh breakfast pastries and treats available for purchase from Breeze Bakery
Specialty coffee from a local coffee truck
Face painting for children
Sidewalk chalk activities
Music from a live DJ
Family-friendly games and activities
Opportunities to connect with Wings of Hope and learn about the free programs available to local cancer patients and their families
Whether you're walking in memory of someone you love, celebrating survivorship, supporting a friend, or simply looking for a meaningful way to spend your morning, we'd love to have you with us.
Together, we'll take one step at a time—surrounded by hope, community, and countless butterflies reminding us that brighter days are always possible.
Cost:
- Age 13+: $40
- Age 6-12: $20
- Age 0-5: $10
Parking garage available: 100 N. 42nd St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
The Wings of Hope - Cathy Nielsen Walk & Talk brings an exciting 5K, 4.8K, 1.6K to Council Bluffs, Iowa on September 30, 2023. Don't miss this beautiful event!
Pick your distance
Running
5K Wig Run
Join us for our first-ever 5K Wig Run! Go solo or form a team. Wigs and costumes are encouraged - help us draw attention to this important cause! A best wig/costume contest will be held during the after party, and the winner will take home an awesome prize.
Walking
3-Mile Walk
Our family-friendly 3-mile route takes walkers along the riverfront on the Council Bluffs side of the mighty Missouri. You'll want to bring your phone/camera to commemorate the beauty around you.
1-Mile Walk
Our family-friendly 1-mile route takes walkers across the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and back. Enjoy beautiful views of the Missouri River!
Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Council Bluffs in 2023, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Council Bluffs
Wings of Hope - Cathy Nielsen Walk & Talk takes place in Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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