The Quad Cities Running Festival is a vibrant annual event that takes place across the Quad Cities area, which includes cities like Davenport, Bettendorf, Moline, and Rock Island. The festival features a range of races, including a marathon, half marathon, 5K, and 10K, making it accessible to runners of all levels. Participants enjoy scenic courses that wind through the cities, along the Mississippi River, and past local landmarks.
Races
On May 26, 2025, the Quad Cities Running Festival Half Marathon takes runners on a 13.1-mile point-to-point journey along the Great River Trail, with 37 meters of elevation gain. Organized by Fleet Feet, this scenic course from Port Byron to The Rust Belt in East Moline, Illinois, offers a fast, mostly flat route with stunning Mississippi River views, making it ideal for both personal records and relaxed racing.
The Quad Cities Running Festival 5K, scheduled for May 26, 2025, offers a fast and fun 3.1-mile race with just 7 meters of elevation gain along the Great River Trail. Organized by Fleet Feet, this course from Empire Park in Hampton to The Rust Belt in East Moline, Illinois, is perfect for first-time runners, families, and those chasing a new PR on a flat and scenic course.
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FAQs
What is the Quad Cities Running Festival?
How long is the Quad Cities Running Festival?
Where does the Quad Cities Running Festival take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Quad Cities Running Festival?
How can I prepare for the Quad Cities Running Festival?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Quad Cities Running Festival?
On May 26, 2025, the Quad Cities Running Festival Half Marathon takes runners on a 13.1-mile point-to-point journey along the Great River Trail, with 37 meters of elevation gain. Organized by Fleet Feet, this scenic course from Port Byron to The Rust Belt in East Moline, Illinois, offers a fast, mostly flat route with stunning Mississippi River views, making it ideal for both personal records and relaxed racing.
The Quad Cities Running Festival is 21km long.
The Quad Cities Running Festival takes place in East Moline, Illinois, USA.
The Quad Cities Running Festival elevation gain is 37 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Quad Cities Running Festival?
On May 26, 2025, the Quad Cities Running Festival Half Marathon takes runners on a 13.1-mile point-to-point journey along the Great River Trail, with 37 meters of elevation gain. Organized by Fleet Feet, this scenic course from Port Byron to The Rust Belt in East Moline, Illinois, offers a fast, mostly flat route with stunning Mississippi River views, making it ideal for both personal records and relaxed racing.
How long is the Quad Cities Running Festival?
The Quad Cities Running Festival is 21km long.
Where does the Quad Cities Running Festival take place?
The Quad Cities Running Festival takes place in East Moline, Illinois, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Quad Cities Running Festival?
The Quad Cities Running Festival elevation gain is 37 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Quad Cities Running Festival?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Quad Cities Running Festival?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Quad Cities Running Festival?
How long is the Quad Cities Running Festival?
Where does the Quad Cities Running Festival take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Quad Cities Running Festival?
How can I prepare for the Quad Cities Running Festival?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Quad Cities Running Festival?
The Quad Cities Running Festival 5K, scheduled for May 26, 2025, offers a fast and fun 3.1-mile race with just 7 meters of elevation gain along the Great River Trail. Organized by Fleet Feet, this course from Empire Park in Hampton to The Rust Belt in East Moline, Illinois, is perfect for first-time runners, families, and those chasing a new PR on a flat and scenic course.
The Quad Cities Running Festival is 5km long.
The Quad Cities Running Festival takes place in East Moline, Illinois, USA.
The Quad Cities Running Festival elevation gain is 7 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Quad Cities Running Festival?
The Quad Cities Running Festival 5K, scheduled for May 26, 2025, offers a fast and fun 3.1-mile race with just 7 meters of elevation gain along the Great River Trail. Organized by Fleet Feet, this course from Empire Park in Hampton to The Rust Belt in East Moline, Illinois, is perfect for first-time runners, families, and those chasing a new PR on a flat and scenic course.
How long is the Quad Cities Running Festival?
The Quad Cities Running Festival is 5km long.
Where does the Quad Cities Running Festival take place?
The Quad Cities Running Festival takes place in East Moline, Illinois, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Quad Cities Running Festival?
The Quad Cities Running Festival elevation gain is 7 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Quad Cities Running Festival?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Quad Cities Running Festival?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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