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2026 Bone Dash Iowa 2026

Date
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Start time
10:00 AM start (Chicago)
Location
Solon, Iowa
Entry fee
From Free · goes up to $35 on Oct 10, 2026
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
1 Mile1 MileOct 10, 202610:00 AM$30$35 after Oct 10, 2026–
5K Timed5KOct 10, 202610:00 AM$40$45 after Oct 10, 2026–
Volunteer–Oct 10, 202610:00 AMFree–
Virtual DasherVirtual–Oct 10, 202610:00 AM$45–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

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The 1 Mile fee goes up to $35 on Oct 10, 2026.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • 1 Mile: $30 until Oct 9, then $35 until Oct 10.
  • 5K Timed: $40 until Oct 9, then $45 until Oct 10.
  • Volunteer: Free until Oct 10.

Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $40, entry is about 33 percent above a typical 5K in Iowa, which costs $30 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 5K in Iowa runs 35:56, about 11:34 a mile, based on 54 races with published results. Women typically finish in 38:44 and men in 32:03.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:11 AM, and the 1 Mile starts at 10:00 AM. The start sits about 810 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

700 W Sovers Street, Solon, IA 52333

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.

Typical race-day weather

Around October 10 the day usually runs from 50°F at dawn to 70°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 15% of days. Cold snaps dip to 39°F and hot years reach 80°F.

Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.

From the race's page

What the organizers of 2026 Bone Dash Iowa cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

Referral Reward

EARN A FREE REGISTRATION TO 2027 BONE DASH! You can continue to spread the fun by referring your friends to the Bone Dash to join you on race day! As a token of our appreciation, registrants who make referrals can earn a free registration…

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Race details

Where
700 W Sovers Street, Solon, IA 52333Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 810 feet
Included with entry
T-Shirt
Distances
1 Mile, 5K
Editions
2026 (Oct 10, 2026)

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Quick answers

When is 2026 Bone Dash Iowa?
Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $35 on Oct 10, 2026.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for Iowa?
At $40, entry is about 33 percent above a typical 5K in Iowa, which costs $30 right now.
Do runners get a shirt or medal?
Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
What distances can I run?
1 Mile, 5K.
Where does it start?
700 W Sovers Street, Solon, IA 52333.

From the organizers

Join us for the 5th annual Bone Dash 5K and Monster Mile event to help raise awareness and support for pediatric patients battling rheumatic diseases. All proceeds go directly to the Arthritis Foundation.

Whether you're running, walking, or strolling, bring your friends, family, and coworkers along for the ride. Together, we're making strides towards a brighter future — saying "YES" to life, despite arthritis.

Let's lace up, hit the pavement, and race our way toward victory over arthritis!