Marengo 3rd of July 5K Run/Walk

Fri, Jul 3, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT

Location: Marengo, IA; 153 E Main St, 52301
Featured distance: 5K
Type: RUN

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At a glance

Celebrate Independence Day early with a 5K that supports local dancers performing in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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For a Cause

Kick off Independence Day a day early with the Marengo 3rd of July 5K Run/Walk. This event offers a flat course through city streets and graveled trails in Gateway Park, setting the stage for a full day of community festivities. All proceeds support Leanne's School of Dance, helping young dancers travel to New York City to perform in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2029. It's a wonderful way to celebrate and contribute to a unique local dream.

What to expect

Enjoy a flat 5K course on city streets and graveled trails.
Contribute to local dancers' dream of performing in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Stay for Marengo's full day of 3rd of July activities and fireworks.

Standout details

Supports dancers for Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Kick off Independence Day celebrations early
Flat course on city streets and graveled trails
Awards given after the race

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Vibe Check

Easygoing

Rolling road course, warm-day exposure

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Warm season

The course

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From the organizer

Kick off Independence Day a day early in Marengo, IA with a 5K on a flat course on city streets and graveled trails in Gateway Park. Plan to stay the rest of the day in Marengo with activities all day concluding with fireworks at dusk.

The race will begin on the north side of the city square

Anyone wanting a shirt must signed up by 11:59 PM on Monday, June 15. After that, shirts are not guaranteed.

Awards will be given after the race at the bandstand in the city square.

All proceeds from this event go to Leanne's School of Dance in Marengo to help defray the costs for dancers to travel to New York City to perform in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2029.

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