927 Main Street, Holy Cross, IA
(Directly across from Neumann’s Bar & Grill)
8:00 AM – Check-In Opens
9:30 AM – Check-In Closes
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Enjoy the Holy Cross Market during check-in
9:30 AM – Opening Remarks
10:00 AM – Kids Fun Run
Community 5K – Immediately following Kids Run
After the Kids Run, participants are invited to join the Community 5K!
Holy Cross offers a close-knit community that reflects the heart of rural Iowa.
We are excited to showcase the town's charm, beauty, and views along the 5K route, highlighting what makes rural Iowa so special.
Whether you are a seasoned runner or simply looking to enjoy a walk, this event is designed for all. Participants are encouraged to move at their own pace. This is a community-centered event focused on connection, action, and showing up for one another in meaningful ways.
Founded in 2025, The Be A Light Project is an Iowa-based nonprofit created with a vision to change how mental health is viewed and discussed.
The annual ‘Be A Light’ Mental Health Awareness 5K is one of many opportunities where awareness, support, and resources are brought closer to home.
Throughout the year, The Be A Light Project shows up in communities to spark connection, share tools, and remind individuals that their stories matter. Through prevention-focused programming and community events designed to inspire hope, individuals and families feel seen, supported, and empowered.
Funds raised from this event will support The Be A Light Project’s community-based education and outreach programs.
These efforts focus on increasing awareness, improving understanding, and empowering action around brain health in rural communities.
Learn more about programs and services at:
www.bealightproject.org
Follow The Be A Light Project on Facebook and Instagram for updates, event details, and ways to get involved.
May 09, 2026
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Running
10:00
$25.00
May 09, 2026
Distance — 1.5 Miles
Type — Running
10:00
$25.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Holy Cross.
Learn more about the host city, Holy Cross.
Holy Cross is a city in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Dubuque, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 356 at the time of the 2020 census, down from 374 in 2010.
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