Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (51)
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M offers a fast, flat out-and-back course in Bettendorf, Iowa.
Race Date
Dec 19, 2026
Location
Bettendorf, IA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 19, 2026
- Location
- Bettendorf, Iowa
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 16
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, Iowa, provides a straightforward racing experience on a certified, flat course. This event is part of a series that aims to bring runners together for holiday-themed races.
The course is a true out-and-back, designed for speed with minimal elevation changes. Runners will complete the designated distance by repeating the same stretch of road, making it a predictable and potentially fast route for achieving personal bests. The time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes accommodates a wide range of participants.
While specific details on crowd size and atmosphere are limited, races organized by US Road Running typically offer finisher medals and shirts. The event is geared towards runners looking for a no-frills, efficient race experience, especially during the holiday season.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:30 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. Additional Information Parking is located at 2016 Parkway Dr, Bettendorf, IA 52722. 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6586584732 The course is an out-and-back (3.11M) The 5K does the out-and-back one time. The 10K does the out-and-back two times. Half Marathon Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6583175060 The course is an out-and-back (3.28M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 19, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Start Location
2016 Parkway Dr, Bettendorf, IA, 52722
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
1 year running
~16 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 2 states
winner 1:19:12
typical high 37°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
22°
Afternoon (High)
37°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.0"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 16 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
16
Median time
1:46:36
Latest turnout
16
States
2
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Frequently asked
When is the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (51)?
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (51) is held on Saturday, December 19, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (51) take place?
It takes place in Bettendorf, Iowa.
What distances does the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (51) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (51) course flat and good for a PR?
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (51) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (51)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 16 runners who have completed the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (51).
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