Iowa · 5K · 15K
Nordic Fest Elveløpet
Nordic Fest Elveløpet is a 5K and 15K event held in Decorah, Iowa. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, July 24, 2027.
- Race day
- July 24, 2027
- Location
- Decorah, IA
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, July 24, 2027
- Location
- Decorah, Iowa
- Distances
- 5K, 15K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 30, 2026: opens soon
- Start time
- 7:30 AM CDT
- Course profile
- Loop course; Road surface
About the Nordic Fest Elveløpet
Nordic fest is an annual 3-day summer festival held in Decorah, Iowa that celebrates community and the area’s Scandinavian heritage. Started in 1967, Nordic fest is organized by a board of volunteers and offers food, activities and entertainment for the whole family. The Elveløpet is held on the Saturday morning of Nordic Fest weekend. Hailed as Decorah’s “river run” race course along the Upper Iowa river and surrounding area. This family fun event highlights the natural beauty that Decorah has…
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Nordic Fest Elveløpet: common questions
- When is the Nordic Fest Elveløpet?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, July 24, 2027.
- Where is the Nordic Fest Elveløpet held?
- In Decorah, Iowa.
- What distances does the Nordic Fest Elveløpet offer?
- 5K and 15K.
- How do I register for the Nordic Fest Elveløpet?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Nordic Fest Elveløpet?
- Registration status as last checked October 30, 2026: opens soon.
- What time does the Nordic Fest Elveløpet start?
- 7:30 AM CDT.
- What is the course like at the Nordic Fest Elveløpet?
- Loop course; Road surface.
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