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Gene Van Wyk 5k Memorial Run

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5K · Walk

Apr 4, 2026 · Pella, Iowa, US

Listed Dec 2, 2024

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The 19th (and Final) Gene Van Wyk 5k Memorial Run/Walk
Saturday, April 4th, 2026 – 9:00 am
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Genevanwyk.com for details

Packet pickup: Race day from 8:00-8:45
Start: 8:40 Announcements, 9:00 Gun
Location:
Pella Christian High School
300 Eagle Lane
Pella, IA
(1 bk S of Oskaloosa St & 240th Pl)


Awards:
Top 3 finishes in 7 age categories
Top male and female
Registration:
$15 for students ($20 after March 17)
$20 for adults ($25 after March 17)

Strollers and walkers welcome.

With registration you receive:
Free! T-Shirt if register by T-Shirt deadline
Free! Post-race HOT Breakfast for participants. Guests welcome with a freewill donation to cover costs.

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