The 19th Annual Elma Days 5k/10k follows the Old Roundhouse Trail and concludes just north of the water tower in Elma. There will be breakfast (included in the entry fee) and an awards presentation that will begin immediately following the race at the Memorial Hall. Join us on one of the flattest, fastest, scenic, and certified (IA 10011MF) courses in Northeast Iowa! The 10K race will start in Elma at the finish line, run out to Lylah's Marsh (3.1 miles), turn around, and run back into Elma (6.2 miles). The 5k participants will be bussed to Lylah's Marsh and run into Elma. Gatorade and water will be available at Lylah's Marsh.
Entry Fee for 5K:
$20.00 Early Bird Registration, before May 31, 2025
$25.00 Registration is from June 1 to July 4, 2025
$30.00 Late Registration is from July 4 to July 11, 2025. No guarantee for a shirt and/or goody bag.
$35.00 Same-Day Registration is July 12, 2025. No guarantee for a shirt and/or goody bag.
Entry Fee for 10K:
$25.00 Early Bird Registration, before May 31, 2025
$30.00 Registration is from June 1 to July 4, 2025
$35.00 Late Registration is from July 4 to July 11, 2025. No guarantee for a shirt and/or goody bag.$40.00 Same-Day Registration is July 12, 2025. No guarantee for a shirt and/or goody bag.
Schedule Of Events
5:45 am -- Memorial Hall in Elma opens for packet pickup and same-day registration (check prices)
6:20 am -- First shuttle bus departs Memorial Hall for Lylah's Marsh (5k start)
6:45 am -- Late Registration/packet pick-up ends
7:00 am -- Last shuttle bus leaves Elma
7:30 am -- 5K/10K Race begins
8:00 am -- Breakfast Begins
9:15 am -- Awards and medals presentation at Elma Memorial Hall (approximately)
11:00 am- Parade begins and other events continue throughout the day.
On your mark, get set, GLOW! Come dressed in your best NEON attire!
Early Packet Pick Up & Registration @ Memorial Hall, Friday, July 11th, 2025 from 4:00-6:00 pm.
DRI FIT SHIRT (standard cotton shirt included in the entry fee.) Please note if you order a Dri-fit shirt, it will be $5.00 extra. If you order in a 3XL or tall size, it will be $3.00 extra.
