Save the date! The annual Striders Bus Trip will take place April 24–26, 2027 (Saturday–Monday).

 

As a past bus trip participant, you are receiving this information first: The Badgerland Striders are heading to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for the Cedar Rapids Marathon Weekend which features a Full Marathon,( A Boston Qualifier ) Half, Relay, 10k, and 5K races. 

 

The Cedar Rapids Marathon Weekend, is an exciting event with a distance for all on a weekend that celebrates movement and community. This inclusive weekend is designed for all physical abilities and celebrates the spirit of movement and positive energy. 

 

Bus information: Bus cost will be approximately  $135.-$150.depending on # of participants. More information to follow.

 

Hotel Information:

We will be staying at the host hotel, which is also the location for packet pickup, pre-race expo,and 2 blocks from the start line.  $236.00 per night + taxes/fees  double occupancy.  

 

Host hotel : DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex

                   350 First Avenue NE

                   Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

                    

You can reserve your room using the Attendee Link (https://book.passkey.com/e/51320808https://book.passkey.com/e/51320808).

Please note:

This is a message I received from our host hotel manager:  

Sunday night – we are pretty tight on availability, due to the fact that we are hosting a National Championship the following week, and players are coming in on that Sunday. But I was able to get “inventory” added to Sunday on the link, but it is at a “first come” basis, so I would advise your team to log in and book ASAP, especially for that discounted rate.  

 

Post-Race Party:The post-race celebration will be held in Kingston Yard at Big Grove Brewery. You can check out the venue on the Kingston Yard Website https://www.kingstonyardcr.comhttps://www.kingstonyardcr.com (https://www.kingstonyardcr.com/)

 

Registration Details:

Race registration is now open at a discounted rate, with a price increase scheduled for December 31, 2026. Please note that participants must book their hotel rooms and race entries individually. You can find more race details on the Cedar Rapids Marathon Website. Cedar Rapids Marathon (https://runsignup.com/Race/IA/CedarRapids/CedarRapidsMarathonWeekendEarlyBird)