Schedule and packet pickup
Packet Pickup
Packet Pickup is scheduled for the day of the event and will start an hour before the event starts!
Ditmars Spiked Apple 5k 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Council Bluffs, Iowa
- Entry fee
- From $45 · goes up to $50 on Oct 4, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | Oct 4, 20268:00 AM | $45$50 after Oct 4, 2026 | 1,000 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
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The 5K fee goes up to $50 on Oct 4, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $45 until Oct 4, then $50 until Oct 5.
Online registration closes Oct 5, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $45, entry is about 50 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 7:21 AM, and the 5K Run/Walk starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,190 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 4 the day usually runs from 57°F at dawn to 77°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 7% of days. Cold snaps dip to 45°F and hot years reach 88°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 Ditmars Spiked Apple 5k cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
There Will Be Donuts!
What's Better than an amazing venue and free Hard Cider? Getting all of that plus Incredible Homemade Cider Donuts of Course! Your Registration includes cider donuts at the finish line, and make sure to check out the awesome goodies at the…
Course
Course Map
The course starts and finishes at the winery! This is a cross country style course and includes some areas of uneven footing but is very suitable for both walkers and runners. The course is 2 laps. Click Here for an Interactive Course Map.
Shirt and medal
2026 Race Swag!!!
Shirt and medal
Free Finisher Photos
Our race team will be taking photos at the finish line and will upload them to the race page for free download after the race!
Awards
Age Group Awards and More Info!
This event will be offering Age Group Awards! In addition to scoring all of the great swag listed above, the top 3 finishers in each age category also receives a custom age group award! 10 Year Categories: 1-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49…
Race details
- Where
- Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard, Council Bluffs, IA 51503Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,190 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 4, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Ditmars Spiked Apple 5k?
- Sunday, October 4, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $45 before processing fees, and rises to $50 on Oct 4, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 5, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Iowa?
- At $45, entry is about 50 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?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard, Council Bluffs, IA 51503.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Like Running or Walking? Love Cider? This race is for you!
Join us on Sunday, October 4, 2026 for an exciting new event that features the amazing scenery and landscape of Ditmars Orchard! Ditmars Orchard has expanded to include their vineyard, wine, pumpkin patch and a focus on specialty food items that you can’t find anywhere else. So come join us for a family friendly event. So, whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the cider and camaraderie this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com.