Mark Your Calendars To Be In Glenwood, Iowa on the weekend of September 5th, 2026
Run One of Iowa’s Premier Cross Country Courses
The Todd Peverill Cross Country Festival is more than a meet — it’s a high-energy race experience set in the scenic beauty of the Loess Hills in Glenwood, Iowa.
Whether you're competing in middle school, high school, elite divisions or cheering from the sidelines, this first annual event brings together competition, community, and unforgettable racing on one of the Midwest’s most unique courses.
🏃 Middle School & High School Races
🔥 Elite Competition Division
🏅 Medals, Team Awards & Prize Opportunities
🌄 Scenic Loess Hills Terrain
📍 Glenwood Lake Park | Glenwood High School Cross Country Course
September 5, 2026 | Glenwood, Iowa
Be Part of Year One
This is the inaugural Todd Peverill Cross Country Festival — and spots are limited.
This first annual event is expected to attract teams and runners from across the region to experience one of Iowa’s most talked-about cross-country venues.
Team entries are limited to 25 teams.
Elite races have limited qualifying spots and are expected to fill quickly.
Don’t wait until registration closes.
Be there when the tradition begins.
RACE DIVISIONS
Whether you are just starting or chasing a personal best, there is a division for every level.
Kids Fun Run (FREE)
A fun, family-friendly race for young runners.
Age Groups
- Under 5 Years — 60 meters
- Kindergarten–2nd Grade — 100 meters
- 3rd–5th Grade — 150 meters
Middle School Races
All classes compete together.
- Middle School Girls Race
- Middle School Boys Race
🏅 Top 10 medalists awarded
High School Races
JV and Varsity race together for team standings.
- High School Girls Race
- High School Boys Race
🏆 Team Champion Trophy
🏅 Top 10 Medalists
Elite Division
For top-performing athletes ready to compete at the next level.
Elite Girls: Top 25 entries or sub-20:00
Elite Boys: Top 25 entries or sub-17:00
💰 Gift Card Awards:
- 1st Place: $150
- 2nd Place: $100
- 3rd Place: $75
Festival Race Schedule
8:15 AM — Kids Race (FREE)
8:45 AM — Middle School Girls
9:05 AM — Middle School Boys
9:25 AM — High School Girls (JV + Varsity)
9:50 AM — High School Boys (JV + Varsity)
10:20 AM — Elite Girls Race
10:40 AM — Elite Boys Race
11:15 AM — Awards Presentation
Following the Elite race, results will be combined with JV/Varsity for team standings.
Why Athletes Love the Glenwood Course ?
The Glenwood Cross Country Course is built for performance, safety, and spectator excitement.
✅ 100% Grass Course — No roads, sidewalks, or gravel
✅ Scenic Loess Hills Terrain — Rolling hills and panoramic views
✅ Fast Yet Challenging — Gentle elevation with strategic climbs
✅ Spectator Friendly — Great viewing opportunities throughout the course
✅ Built for Racing — Permanent course with measured distances and excellent drainage
Course Records
Girls 5K: 17:09
Boys 5K: 15:29
MS Girls 2 Mile: 13:29
MS Boys 2 Mile: 10:46
Ready to Race?
This is your chance to be part of the first-ever Todd Peverill Cross Country Festival and help launch what promises to become a premier annual racing tradition in the Loess Hills.
Limited team spots. Limited elite entries. One unforgettable day.
📍 Glenwood Lake Park, Glenwood, Iowa
📅 September 5, 2026