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Wabash Trace Running Festival

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Shenandoah, Iowa, United States

calendar_today 12 Sep, 2026

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sell $20.00 – $80.00

About the Event

Welcome to one of the Midwest’s most scenic and runnable trail experiences. The Wabash Trace Running Festival takes you along the iconic Wabash Trace Nature Trail—a crushed limestone rail-trail that winds through rolling countryside, quiet farmland, and tree-lined stretches that feel miles away from the noise of everyday life.

Whether you’re chasing a Boston Qualifier, building toward your next big race, or just looking for a beautiful place to run, this course delivers a smooth, fast, and incredibly enjoyable trail experience.

With distances for everyone, this is a weekend built for runners, families, and the entire community:

Full Marathon – Go the distance on a peaceful, out-and-back style course that showcases the best of the trail

Half Marathon – The perfect balance of challenge and flow on a scenic stretch of the Trace

10K & 5K– Fast, approachable, and fun—ideal for newer runners or those looking to race shorter distances

Free Kids Race – Because the next generation of runners deserves their moment too

Expect a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere with just the right amount of race-day energy. You’ll find well-stocked aid stations, a supportive running community, and a finish line that feels earned.

This isn’t just another race—it’s a chance to unplug, move, and experience one of Iowa’s most beloved trails in a whole new way.

Races Offered

Half Marathon

Sep 12, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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07:30

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$50.00

Marathon

Sep 12, 2026

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Distance — 26.2 Miles

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07:30

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$80.00

10K

Sep 12, 2026

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Distance — 6.2 Miles

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08:00

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$30.00

5k

Sep 12, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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08:00

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$20.00

Free Kids Run

Sep 12, 2026

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Distance — 1 Miles

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11:00

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$0.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Shenandoah.

thermostat Temperature

16.0° / 26.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

14.8° / 25.5°

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10h 55m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.5 mm

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—

air Avg wind speed

12.5 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.0)

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65.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:02

nightlight Sunset

19:29

About Shenandoah

Learn more about the host city, Shenandoah.

Shenandoah is a city in Page and Fremont counties in Iowa, United States. The population was 4,925 at the time of the 2020 U.S. census. Once referred to as the "seed and nursery center of the world," Shenandoah is the home to Earl May Seed Company and the radio station KMA, founded by Earl E. May. The early live radio stations gave many performers their start, including The Everly Brothers and Charlie Haden.