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2026 Fairfield Harvest Rush

Name: 2026 Fairfield Harvest Rush
Start: 2026-10-03
End: 2026-10-03
Location: Fairfield

Fairfield, Iowa, United States

calendar_today 03 Oct, 2026

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sell $10.00 – $60.00

About the Event

Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Fairfield's gravel race offers runners an unparalleled journey through rustic countryside dotted with charming B roads. Each turn reveals a blend of nostalgia and novelty, transporting participants to a simpler era where every mile feels like stepping into both familiar territory and uncharted terrain.
Race registration includes all the essentials: a number plate for identification, timing chips to track your performance, clearly marked routes that are easy to follow thanks to downloadable queue sheets and GPX files. Aid stations along the course provide necessary hydration and snacks to keep you fueled throughout the race.
Capture memorable moments with event photography available at select points on the route, ensuring every participant can look back at their experience through a lens of nostalgia and triumph. A commemorative sticker is also included in your registration package as a memento from this unique adventure.
For those looking to extend the celebration beyond the finish line, pre-purchase options for a meal and an exclusive 2026 Iowa Gravel t-shirt are available. This race isn't just about crossing the finish line; it's about embracing the journey through scenic landscapes that evoke a sense of home while exploring new horizons.
This event promises to be more than just a run – it’s an immersive experience in the beauty and simplicity of rural Iowa, where every mile tells its own story.

Races Offered

Full Season

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — Full Season

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Type — Cycling

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45 days remaining

Grassroots

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — Grassroots

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Type — Cycling

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45 days remaining

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$40.00

Junior

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — Junior

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Type — Cycling

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45 days remaining

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$10.00

Lunch & Shirt

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — Lunch & Shirt

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Type — Cycling

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45 days remaining

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$60.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Fairfield.

thermostat Temperature

9.9° / 20.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

6.4° / 16.6°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 48m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.7 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

15.2 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

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61.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:20

nightlight Sunset

18:25

About Fairfield

Learn more about the host city, Fairfield.

Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County in Southeast Iowa. It is a small town of about 9,400 people (2020) in the Heartland of America. The town of Mount Pleasant is 22 miles to the east and Ottumwa is 25 miles to the west.