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33 running events in Des Moines, Iowa

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  • IMT Des Moines Marathon [desmoinesmarathon.com]

    Sun, Oct 19, 2025

    5k Half Marathon Marathon Run

    Unnamed Road, Des Moines, Iowa, 50309, United States
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  • Wellmark YMCA Red Flannel Run [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Feb 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    The Red Flannel Run is the longest, consecutively-produced race in the Des Moines area with a 5K and 10K option. Wear your favorite red flannel attire and help support the YMCA’s mission to...

    The Red Flannel Run is the longest, consecutively-produced race in the Des Moines area with a 5K and 10K option. Wear your favorite red flannel attire and help support the YMCA’s mission to strengthen the foundations of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

    EMBRACE THE COLD. RUN THE RACE. SUPPORT THE CAUSE.

    Packet Pick Up

    February 12, 2026 at Wellmark YMCA (time is 4:30-6:30pm). 501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

    February 13, 2026 at the Wellmark YMCA (time is 4:30-6:30pm). 501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

    February 14, 2026 at the Wellmark YMCA (Beginning at 7:30am). 501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

    Race Day Parking:

    Available at the parking garage on Locust Street between 6th Avenue and 5th Avenue. To access this parking garage on race day, take 7th Street South to Locust Street. Go East on Locust Street and the entrance is on the North/Left side of the street between 6th Avenue and 5th Avenue.

    Parking also available at the parking garage on 5th street between Grand Avenue and Watson Powell Jr Way. To access this parking garage, go East on Locust Street to 4th Street. Go North/Left on 4th street to Grand Avenue. Go West/Left on Grand Avenue to 5th Avenue. Go North/Right on 5th Avenue to the parking garage entrance.

    5k 6.2 Miles Run

    501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, Iowa, 50309, United States
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  • Des Moines Spring 4-Miler [runsignup.com]

    Sun, Mar 01, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Welcome to the 2nd edition of the Des Moines Spring 4-Miler!

    2026 Results

    2025 Results

    2025 Photos

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    Brought to you by Wieland Racing, the organizer of The Blazing 5k and Mile. The Des Moines...

    Welcome to the 2nd edition of the Des Moines Spring 4-Miler!

    2026 Results

    2025 Results

    2025 Photos

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    Brought to you by Wieland Racing, the organizer of The Blazing 5k and Mile. The Des Moines Spring 4-miler is designed to help break off the rust and give you a benchmark heading into the spring season. You never know what conditions you'll get in Iowa, but this is great chance to at least have company in a good hard effort in March. All levels are welcome!

    Teams

    During registration you will be asked to join a team. You can select "No Team" if you aren't currently on a team. If you don't see your team, feel free to add it!

    Course Description

    The course is set in Waterworks Park starting near the Bill Riley Trail Bridge. It takes your through both the big and the same loop going counterclockwise before hitting the main stretch all the way back to the start. Flat and fast, certified (pending certificate) 4 mile race.

    Prize money

    Much like the Blazing 5k, we aim to support local elites. This race offers a unique prize structure where the top 6 M/F finishers will each earn $100. The modest $1200 purse is set to the standard purse size we believe races should all put up if they aim to support real racing.

    4 Miles Run Trail

    2201 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, Iowa, 50321, United States
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  • Des Moines St. Paddy's Half Marathon, 5K & Marathon Run/Walk [iowaruns.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 14, 2026 at 7:45 AM

    Description

    Des Moines St. Paddy's Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K - 3/14/2026

    Des Moines, IA

    Use #StPaddysRun when sharing your photos!

    Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to event. All official information is on the event's website IowaRuns.com.

    3.1 Miles 5k 13.1 Miles 26.2 Miles Half Marathon Run Virtual Walk

    E Locust St. & Pennsylvania Ave., Des Moines, Iowa, 50309, United States
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  • Iowa Trail Run Series [iowatrailruns.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 04, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    We love to run! We love to do it at home in IOWA! Join us for the Iowa Trail Run Series presented by Exile Brewing Company. Take a break from pavement and enjoy some good, old fashioned dirt. Enjoy...

    We love to run! We love to do it at home in IOWA! Join us for the Iowa Trail Run Series presented by Exile Brewing Company. Take a break from pavement and enjoy some good, old fashioned dirt. Enjoy (9) scenic, challenging, and family friendly events when you ditch the pavement and hit the trials.

    The Iowa Trail Run Series is not about spending a bunch of cash for no reason. You'll get a great race with clear marking and course support, with chip timing, a cool custom bib, and a rotating race item such as a buff, socks, a stocking cap, coffee mug, and aluminum water bottle and more. Do you want a really soft and comfy shirt with one of our Animal Icons? Great! Add one during your registration. We know some people have enough stuff in their closet and others may want to commemorate the day! Plenty of post-race food to refuel! Giveaways from sponsors!

    The ITRS Season Pass is the best deal in Iowa running with 9 events across the spring, summer and fall throughout the state for one price. You also get the benefit of an exclusive Season Pass runner item and a personalized bib.

    KIDS RACES!

    Every Iowa Trail Run Series event features a FREE kids race! The kids races vary in distance between 1/2 and 1 mile. Kids 12 and under are welcome to grab a bib and run! We usually have some schwag for the kiddos too!

    Kids 12 and Under that would like to run the full distance 5K or 10K will need to register as a standard runner.

    Registration takes less than 5 minutes! And the earlier you register the more money you save. Sign up and invite a friend or five! Want a race shirt? Add it on during registration!

    Perks of the Season Pass

    • ITRS Custom Item

    • Personalized Bib

    • Free Upgrades to Half Marathon/Enduro Distances

    • Lowest Registration Price per Race

    Thanks to our presenting partner Exile Brewing Company!

    1000 Miles Run Trail

    1001 Grand Ave, Des Moines, Iowa, 50319, United States
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  • Iowa Trail Run Series: Center Trails [iowatrailruns.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 04, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Join the Iowa Trail Run Series in Iowa's capitol on some of the best trails in the state, right in the middle of Des Moines at the Center Trails!

    The Iowa Trail Run Series is not about spending a...

    Join the Iowa Trail Run Series in Iowa's capitol on some of the best trails in the state, right in the middle of Des Moines at the Center Trails!

    The Iowa Trail Run Series is not about spending a bunch of cash for no reason. You'll get a great race with clear marking and course support, with basic timing, a cool custom bib, and a rotating race item such as a BUFF, socks, a stocking cap, coffee mug, and aluminum water bottle. Signing up for the entire series includes a series gift! Do you want a really soft and comfy tri-blend shirt with one of our Animal Icons? Great! Add one during your registration. We know some people have enough stuff in their closet and others may want to commemorate the day! Plenty of post-race food to refuel!

    4 Miles 8 Miles Run Trail

    4500 Grand Ave, Des Moines, Iowa, 50312, United States
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