Iowa · 8 Miles · 5K
Greater 8 and 5K
Greater 8 and 5K is a 8 Miles and 5K event held in Creston, Iowa. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, July 3, 2027.
- Race day
- July 3, 2027
- Location
- Creston, IA
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, July 3, 2027
- Location
- Creston, Iowa
- Distances
- 8 Miles, 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- greater8.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 7:30 AM CDT
- Course profile
- Point-to-point course; Trail surface
About the Greater 8 and 5K
This event takes place on the Saturday before the 4th of July in Creston, Iowa. This is a fundraiser and participant registration goes towards a donation for our AMAZING High Lakes Trails! Our title sponsor, Greater Regional Health and the many community sponsors and volunteers are what make this event & fundraiser so successful! We award cash prizes for the top three finishers (male & female) in each race: 8 mile 1st: $300 8 mile 2nd: $200 8 mile 3rd: $100 5K 1st: $75 5K 2nd: $50 5K 3rd: $35 A…
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Greater 8 and 5K: common questions
- When is the Greater 8 and 5K?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, July 3, 2027.
- Where is the Greater 8 and 5K held?
- In Creston, Iowa.
- What distances does the Greater 8 and 5K offer?
- 8 Miles and 5K.
- How do I register for the Greater 8 and 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Greater 8 and 5K?
- Yes — registration is open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $35 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Greater 8 and 5K start?
- 7:30 AM CDT.
- What is the course like at the Greater 8 and 5K?
- Point-to-point course; Trail surface.
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