The Cities Spring Classic

Saturday, April 4, 2026 in Moline, IL at Bass Street Landing Plaza


  • 5K at 10:00 AM
    You may register up to (15) people in a single transaction.

    » $40.00 registration (through 3/27 at 11:59 PM US/Central)
    » $40.00 registration - no shirt (3/27 at 11:59 PM US/Central through 4/4 at 10:00 AM US/Central)
    5K Registration


  • Kids 1/4 or 1/2 Mile Fun Run at 9:20 AM

    » $20.00 early registration (through 2/15 at 11:59 PM US/Central)
    » $20.00 registration (2/15 at 11:59 PM US/Central through 3/27 at 11:59 PM US/Central)
    » $20.00 registration - no shirt (3/27 at 11:59 PM US/Central through 4/4 at 9:30 AM US/Central)
    Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run Registration


  • Family / Group Registration at 10:00 AM
    Standard Fees Apply. Choose Event on Step 2.

    » registration with shirt (through 3/27 at 11:59 PM US/Central)
    » registration - no shirt (3/27 at 11:59 PM US/Central through 4/4 at 10:00 AM US/Central)
    Group Registration


  • Donation Only

    » donation (through 4/4 at 10:00 AM US/Central)
    Donate


  • Shirt only
    (this is not an event entry)

    » $20.00 shirt only (through 3/27 at 11:59 PM US/Central)
    Purchase a shirt


  • Volunteer

    » volunteer (through 4/4 at 10:00 AM US/Central)
    Volunteer



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The Spring Classic Description

Join us on Saturday, April 4th, 2026 at 10 AM for a bi-state celebration of running in downtown Moline, Illinois. This year’s race features a scenic 5K route across the I-74 bridge to Bettendorf, Iowa, and back.

Register now for the Community 5K and Kid's Bunny Hop, and don’t miss the after-party at Bass Street Landing, complete with craft beverages, food, and entertainment.

Kids will receive free Easter goodie bags, including candy and bunny ears, plus enjoy family-friendly games and face painting.

Best of all, a portion of the proceeds will benefit Empowering Abilities, the leading service provider and advocate for individuals with disabilities in the area.

Sign up today to support a great cause and kick off the season with fitness, fun, and community spirit!


THE KIDS RACE

*9:20 am:*

The Kids Bunny Hop (1/4 & 1/2 Mile Runs) Join us at the scenic downtown Moline waterfront for a fun-filled race! All participants will receive complimentary bunny ears and a goodie bag filled with candy.

After the race, families are invited to stay and enjoy Easter festivities at Bass Street Landing. It’s a perfect day for kids and families to celebrate together!

*Cost:* $20

EMPOWERING ABILITIES ‘VICTORY RUN'

*9:40 am:*

We are thrilled to announce that The Cities ° Spring Classic will be featuring an Empowering Abilities 100-meter dash again this year. Please join us with your support for these incredible competitors as they compete in a 100m dash. Awards and goodie bags will be presented after their races.

FREE

THE COMMUNITY 5K

*10:00 am:*

The race kicks off at Bass Street Landing, taking you across the award-winning I-74 Bridge to Bettendorf, and finishing back in downtown Moline, Illinois. This unique bi-state running celebration offers stunning views and a fun experience for all.

Open to all ages and abilities – whether you're a walker, jogger, runner, stroller-pusher, everyone is welcome!

*Cost:* Early Bird $35 (Through 2/9) Then $40 after


*T-Shirt*

*Register by March 27 to Guarantee Your Limited-Edition Race Shirt! *(Note: Blue Tie-dye patterns may vary.)

Runners who sign up by March 27 will receive a special *The Cities ° Spring Classic* race shirt at packet pickup. These locally made shirts by Empowering Abilities are high-quality and exclusive to registrants who sign up by 3/27.

After the cutoff, shirt availability is not guaranteed on race day—so don’t wait. Register and lock in yours!

Shirts

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