Deal's Orchard Spiked Apple 5k

Sat, Aug 29, 2026, 5:30 AM CDT

Location: Deal's Orchard, 1102 244th St., Jefferson, IA 50129
Type: Run

Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).

Race feel

Run or walk through a beautiful orchard, then celebrate your finish with a homemade cider donut and a pour of award-winning hard cider.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
Festive

Embrace the spirit of autumn at the Spiked Apple 5k, hosted at Deal's Orchard in Jefferson, IA. This event invites runners and walkers to enjoy a rolling 5K course amidst vibrant flower fields and a festive pumpkin patch, truly capturing the essence of fall. After crossing the finish line, celebrate with a homemade cider donut and a refreshing pour of Deal's award-winning hard cider, crafted from their own hand-picked apples. It's a perfect blend of friendly competition and orchard charm, promising a memorable experience.

From the organizer

Like Running or Walking? Love Cider? This race is for you!

Join us on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 9:30 AM for an exciting event featuring Deal's Orchard! This beloved farm truly captures the essence of fall with vibrant flower fields, classic hayrides, delicious apple treats, and a pumpkin patch. Deal's Orchard is well-known for their award-winning sweet cider and they offer over 10 flavors of Hard Cider, all crafted from apples hand-picked in their very own orchards. Whether you're looking to run, walk, or simply enjoy the cider and camaraderie, this race promises a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing . Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com .

Registration Includes:

T-shirt : Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt included! Glass : Shatterproof, Collapsible, and Portable! Finisher Medal: Doubles as a bottle opener. Race Bib : Chip timed 5k run/walk Results Posted Online A homemade Cider Donut ...and of course, a pour of cider!