We all belong at the starting line.

First-timers, experts, adults, youth – the Girls on the Run 5K puts Memories in Motion! From start to finish, our programs foster an environment where all girls are welcome to Experience the Joy, and the same applies to the 5K Celebration. 

Throughout the Spring season, girls united as a team to set goals, learn new life skills, build confidence, and more. And now, it’s time for us to follow our girls’ lead and celebrate these achievements together as a community.

Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025

Time: 12:30PM Fun Zone Activities, 2PM 5K start

Location: State Capitol Complex

Packet Pick-Up

Packet Pick-up is for 5K Buddies and Community Runners only. Coaches and GOTR Participants DO NOT need to attend packet pick-up. At packet pick-up, 5K participants will receive their race bib and t-shirt. You are able to pick-up packets for other 5K participants.

Friday, May 16 from 4-6PM at the Walnut Creek YMCA

Sunday, May 18 starting at 12:30PM at the State Capitol Complex

Additional exclusive GOTR merchandise will also be available for purchase during above timeframes.

Still need to register a 5K Buddy? You can do so here!

NOW-May 15: Regular Fee $30

May 16-18: Day-of-Fee $35

Reminder: GOTR participants and coaches are already registered for this event.

Race Day Timeline

Here's your guide to a fun and successful 5K day!

12:30PM - Fun Zone and Race Day Packet Pick-Up Opens

1:50PM - Warm-up with Aptitude Fitness

1:55PM - National Anthem performed by Miss Iowa, Abigaille Batu-Tiako

2:00PM - 5K START!

Parking

Parking will take place at various Capitol Parking Lots and at the parking garage at E Grand & Pennsylvania. View available public parking options here. Enter the Capitol's address, 1007 E Grand to view all public parking locations.

Be sure to factor in time for heavy traffic, road construction and road closures.

Meeting/Starting Information

GOTR Participants, 5K Buddies and Coaches should plan to meet their team at their designated team flag. Coaches will have bibs for the GOTR participants. Flags will be located in the Team Zone.

5K Buddies will report to the starting line with their GOTR participant and their team. 5K Buddies need to get their 5K bib from a packet pick-up.

5K Route

The 5K will start and finish at the State Capitol Complex along Finkbine Drive.

Additional Race Day Information

The race is not officially timed. If you would like an exact time make arrangements to use a timing device.

Additional food items and merchandise will be available for purchase at the 5K event.

There is no seating at the State Capitol Complex for spectators. If you need seating, please bring a lawn chair.

For additional FAQs please click here.

Cheer Signs

If you purchased a customized cheer sign, they will be placed on the 5K course on May 18. Cheer signs will be available for pick-up from the registration tent at the 5K starting at 3:45PM. After the 5K they will be available for pick-up from the Walnut Creek Y starting Monday, May 19 at noon until Friday, June 13.