When are most 5K races held in Bettendorf?
October is the busiest month for 5K races in Bettendorf, with 2 of the 16, followed by January with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Iowa · 5K
5K Races in Bettendorf, Iowa
Every upcoming 5K around Bettendorf, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
16 upcoming 5K races found · 10 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Bettendorf races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Sep 19, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (38) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Register Sat, Oct 17, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Bettendorf, IA (42) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Register Sat, Nov 21, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (47) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (51) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 16, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Bettendorf, IA (02) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 30, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Bettendorf, IA (04) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Register Sat, Feb 20, 2027Viking 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (07) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 20, 2027Squirrel 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Bettendorf, IA (11) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 17, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Details Sat, May 15, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (19) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Details Sat, May 29, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (21) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Details Sat, Jun 19, 2027Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (24) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Details Sat, Jul 17, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (28) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Register Sat, Jul 31, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (30) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 21, 2027Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bettendorf, IA (33) Bettendorf, IAFrom $30Register
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Sep 10, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Bettendorf
How much do Bettendorf 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from $30 to about $30, depending on the event and how early you register.
Are Bettendorf 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 10 5K races in Bettendorf with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:16, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a 5K in Bettendorf?
Browse Bettendorf run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.