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Join us for the Grinnell Games, Iowa's Family Sports Festival! Hit the pavement with the Half Marathon or 5K run, race through downtown in the Twilight Bike Criterium or get the entire family involved at The Amazing Chase! New this year is the Twilight Trail Run, a 7 mile run at Rock Creek State Park. . There are more chances to participate with the mud-filled Warrior Run! Be sure to join us downtown on Saturday afternoon for kids activities in Central Park and sidewalk sales downtown, then stick around for a great party with live music, kids activities and a beer garden on Saturday night. While you're here, be sure to explore our 37 restaurants, 57 retailers and legendary downtown. Find more information about Grinnell here.

Thanks for visiting and let the games begin!
 

2013 PROMOTIONS

COMPANY CHALLENGE
Companies are competing against each other to see who can form the largest Grinnell Games team! Members of your team can compete in any of our events, just have everyone list your company on the entry form when they sign up. The company with the most participants will win a traveling trophy, a sub party for their team and bragging rights! You can also earn points for your company's team by volunteering! Click here for all the details.
SCHOOL RIVALRY
We're challenging rival school districts, betting that no other town can get even half as many Grinnell Games participants as Grinnell can. The high school with the most supporters will win $500 for their school, a traveling trophy and bragging rights! When you enter an event, make sure you list the high school you support in the 'Team Name' blank on the entry form. Click here for all the details.
REFER A FRIEND
Encourage a friend to join the Grinnell Games fun! Make sure both of you are signed up for a Grinnell Games event BEFORE 5pm on Thursday, June 6. Both you and your friend will be entered into a drawing, and the winning pair of friends will receive free one-month memberships to Anytime Fitness, valid at their Grinnell, Toledo and Marshalltown locations. Sponsored by Anytime Fitness Grinnell. Click here for all the details.
 

OTHER THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

DIRECTIONS
Grinnell is located in central Iowa and is a short drive away from Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Marshalltown, Knoxville and Oskaloosa. Click here for driving directions.
MAP OF GRINNELL
While you're visiting, be sure to explore everything we have to offer! Click here for a map of Grinnell.
DINING
Grinnell is known for its eclectic restaurants. Click here for a list of local dining establishments.
ATTRACTIONS
Get into Grinnell beyond the Games! Grinnell and the surrounding area offer a number of unique attractions for the entire family. Click here for a list of attractions.
NATURE & RECREATION
Grinnell offers over 15 miles of bicycle trails, numerous lakes and 70 acres of public parks for your outdoor adventure. Click here for a recreational map.
LODGING
Stay in one of our beautiful hotels, elegant bed & breakfasts or convenient camping areas! Click here for a list of lodging options.

WEATHER POLICY
The Games will go on rain or shine with safety in mind. The Event Director and/or Grinnell Police Department will make any weather-related delays/cancellations. Entry fees are non-refundable. Click here to review our complete weather cancellation policy.
   
 
 
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