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Carl's 5K and Fall Fest
Carl's 5K and Fall Fest is a 5K event held in Oxford, Iowa. It was last held on October 17, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 2 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Oxford, IA
- Field size
- ~2 runners
Race details
- Last held
- October 17, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Oxford, Iowa
- Distances
- 5K
- Field size
- About 2 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
- Start time
- 10:00 AM CDT
About the Carl's 5K and Fall Fest
Please join us in celebrating Carl’s life and legacy at Carl’s 5K on October 17, 2025 at 10am!! Carl was the first cow ever rescued by Iowa Farm Sanctuary. At two days old, he was taken to a veal sale, as male dairy cows are deemed useless since they cannot produce milk. His tiny body had the number 527 glued to his body. Too weak to even stand, his surrender was negotiated. He was so frail and weak that the odds of survival were not in his favor. Through relentless care and love, Carl went on …
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Carl's 5K and Fall Fest: common questions
- When is the Carl's 5K and Fall Fest?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Carl's 5K and Fall Fest held?
- In Oxford, Iowa.
- What distances does the Carl's 5K and Fall Fest offer?
- 5K.
- How many people run the Carl's 5K and Fall Fest?
- About 2 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Carl's 5K and Fall Fest?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Carl's 5K and Fall Fest?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $60 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
- What time does the Carl's 5K and Fall Fest start?
- 10:00 AM CDT.
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