Miles in the Maize

Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 9:30 AM CST

Location: North Liberty, IA; Colony Acres, 1150 South Front St., 52317
Type: RUN

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At a glance

Run through a corn maze and pumpkin patch, enjoy fall scenery, and support youth running programs at this unique Iowa event.

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Festive

Who it's for

Women’s Focus

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Experience a truly unique fall run at Miles in the Maize in North Liberty, Iowa. This event offers an off-road course that winds through a corn maze, pumpkin patch, and picturesque autumn landscapes. Runners of all ages and abilities are welcome to enjoy the 5K or Maize Mile. Embrace the festive spirit with costume awards and celebrate top finishers in overall and age group categories. A significant portion of race proceeds directly supports local youth running programs, fostering community and fitness for boys and girls.

What to expect

Navigate a distinctive off-road course through a corn maze and pumpkin patch.
Compete for overall and age group awards, plus special recognition for costumes.
Choose between a 5K or the shorter Maize Mile distance.

Standout details

Off-road course through a corn maze
Beautiful fall Iowa scenery
Costume awards
Supports youth running programs

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Nov 7, 9:30 AM CST · From $11.60
Opens Nov 10, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Nov 30, 2025, 6:59 PM CST
5K
Sat, Nov 7, 10:00 AM CST · From $27.50
Opens Nov 10, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Nov 30, 2025, 6:59 PM CST
4 Miles
Sat, Nov 7, 9:30 AM CST · From $32.80
Opens Nov 11, 2025, 8:03 AM CST · Closes Nov 30, 2025, 6:59 PM CST

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From the organizer

Miles in the Maize is a unique running experience for people of all ages and abilities! With a 5k and Maize Mile, this event takes competitors through a unique off-road course weaving around a corn maze, pumpkin patch, and other beautiful fall Iowa scenery!

The Maize Mile will kick off the festivities at 9:30am, and the 5K will follow at 10:00am! Costume Awards will be voted on and awarded, along with Maize Mile Awards at 9:50am - prior to the start of the 5K!

There will be a brief post-race awards ceremony at the conclusion of the 5k for overall & age group winners.

This year we are excited to announce our partnership with the Corridor/Eastern Iowa Let Me Run and Girls on the Run organizations! Proceeds from the race will be directly donated back to both programs, and you can designate donations online and in person to either organization. These groups help foster community, fun, and fitness for boys and girls in local elementary schools!

If you’d like to register and pay by check, please contact Lindsey@FitnessSports.com .

Race Day registrations online and in-person will be permitted until 9:15AM.

Packet Pickup will be on 11/7 from 1pm-5pm at Fitness Sports in North Liberty (555 Hwy 965 Unit B). Race Day Pickup will be from 8:30am-9:30am at Colony Acres.

** SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED IF REGISTERING AFTER 10/25! **

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