7 events in Des Moines, Iowa

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find half marathon events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

• Des Moines Women's Half Marathon, 10K, 5K + Team Relay [desmoineswomenshalf.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sat, May 02, 2026 at 5:00 PM

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  The Des Moines Women’s Half Marathon (DSMWHM to our friends) isn’t your average running event. It’s like the hype session + living room dance party before a night out with friends but stretched over...

  The Des Moines Women’s Half Marathon (DSMWHM to our friends) isn’t your average running event. It’s like the hype session + living room dance party before a night out with friends but stretched over some of the most beautiful, and flat, miles in the midwest.

  This year’s event will again feature a Saturday evening 5K, followed by a Sunday morning Half Marathon, 10K, and Team Relay.

  Join us as we crush some miles, toast some wine, and party like it’s 1999.

  5k 6.2 Miles 10k 13.1 Miles Half Marathon Relay Run

  2201 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, Iowa, 50321, United States
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• Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Des Moines [runsignup.com]
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  Sun, May 24, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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  Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

  The fun includes -

  • Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal

  • Chip-timing...

  Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

  The fun includes -

  • Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal

  • Chip-timing with live results and awards

  • Pacers for the half marathon

  • Free photos

  • Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line

  • Plenty of fun!

  Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!

  Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

  *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!

  • Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

  • 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

  • 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

  • 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

  • The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

  *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

  1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k 6.2 Miles 10k 13.1 Miles Half Marathon Run Virtual

  Trestle Trail, Des Moines, Iowa, 50310, United States
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• Heatwave Half Marathon - Des Moines [runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Jul 26, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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  Join us for the Heatwave Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K!

  A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family.

  The fun includes –

  • Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medal

  • Chip-timing...

  Join us for the Heatwave Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K!

  A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family.

  The fun includes –

  • Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medal

  • Chip-timing with live results and awards

  • Free photos

  • FREE ice cream at the finish to help you cool off

  • Plenty of hot fun in the summer sun!

  Grab your friends and family—you won’t want to miss this one!

  Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

  Youth-based pricing is available: ages 12 & under are only $17!

  Half Marathon/10K/5K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

  1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

  Kid’s Dash is a fun, untimed dash for ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specially crafted medal for our youngest runners! (If your child wants to run the kid’s dash without swag, they’re welcome to run free on race day!)

  Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

  1 Miles 5k 10k 13.1 Miles Half Marathon Run Virtual

  Trestle Trail, Des Moines, Iowa, 50310, United States
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• Midwest Greater Des Moines Half Marathon, 10K & 5K [runhyvee.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Sep 27, 2026 at 7:30 AM

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  On Sunday September 27, 2026, the city of Des Moines will host the Midwest Greater DSM Half Marathon Series (formerly the HyVee Half Marathon) again with a co-ed format. Each event will offer a Half...

  On Sunday September 27, 2026, the city of Des Moines will host the Midwest Greater DSM Half Marathon Series (formerly the HyVee Half Marathon) again with a co-ed format. Each event will offer a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and our popular Kids One Mile Fun Run for our youngest competitors. Starting and finishing just steps from the Polk County Courthouse on Court Avenue in the heart of downtown Des Moines, Iowa!

  Returning for 2026: Each Half Marathon, 10K, 5K event produced by Premier Event Management will again offer an exciting youth event in each market. The Kids One Mile Fun Run will start and finish from our main finish line structure making the Kids event something extra special on race morning. Children from ages 5 to 15 are encouraged to join mom and/or dad on race morning to begin a lifelong lifestyle change at Kids One Mile Fun Run!

  1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k 6.2 Miles 10k 13.1 Miles Fun Run Half Marathon Run

  420 Court Ave, Des Moines, Iowa, 50309, United States
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• Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Des Moines [runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Sep 27, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

  The fun includes -

  • Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal

  • Chip-timing...

  Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

  The fun includes -

  • Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal

  • Chip-timing with live results and awards

  • Pacers for the half marathon

  • Free photos

  • Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line

  • Plenty of fun!

  *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!

  • Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

  • 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

  • 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

  • 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

  • The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

  *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

  1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k 6.2 Miles 10k 13.1 Miles Half Marathon Run

  Trestle Trail, Des Moines, Iowa, 50310, United States
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