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The Polk County 4-H Clover Dash 5k was created in memory of former Polk 4-H County Youth Coordinator, Joy Niklasen, who tragically passed away in a car accident in September of 2014. Joy is best remembered for her energy and enthusiasm in doing so...
Join the Thanksgiving Day tradition at the inaugural Waukee Turkey Trot 5K. Everyone gets a donut at the finish line! Waukee, IA. Use #TurkeyTradition to share your photos! Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to ch...
Join us for the annual Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k! A fun summer event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious T...
Run along the picturesque shore of Saylorville Lake through Jester Park on a variety of trail surfaces including gravel, dirt, and grass. Get ready for a great 5K or 10K and don't forget to wave at the buffalo as you run by! The Iowa Trail Run Ser...
Join us for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon! A fun, Halloween-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 Fr...
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 ...
The Adel Sweet Corn 5 K run/walk is hosted the second Saturday in August and takes place on the scenic brick streets in Adel along the parade route in front of hundreds of spectators. Join us for this challenging 5K around beautiful Adel. Award Ce...
Do you like to climb stairs? You will when you're done experiencing Ledges' famous hilly loops through scenic forest that features more steps than we care to count, two creek crossings, and one heck of a way to start your summer! $3 from every reg...
2024 UPDATE! THIS YEAR'S MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S RUN WILL TAKE PLACE BACK AT MCFARLAND PARK! Your parents always told you not to play in the woods at night, right? Now's your chance to give it a go! Take on the challenge of a 5K or 10K at McFarlan...
Race for Hope DSM is an annual event inspired by a local teen who was diagnosed November 2012, doctors with an inoperable brain tumor. Despite recently having brain surgery, he had an immediate desire to become an advocate. In May 2012, he and his...
Our annual Half Marathon & 10k races are a fundraiser for the Thrive church Mission Team. Between our four races we anticipate 800 signups. Three start lines, one finish line, all three races start at 8:30am. We offer chip timing, super soft r...
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 t...
Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k! A fun, Thanksgiving-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 Free photos Del...
Join us for our 16th Annual Trestle Hustle hosted by the Boone County Hospital Foundation. For the 2025 event, we are offering an in-person event and a virtual option. All abilities are welcome, ages 14 and over. Athlete gets to choose to complete...
Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k! A fun, Christmas-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 Free photos De...
Question: Is it supposed to be DO NOT STOP, or DONUT STOP? Answer: YES! Like Running or Walking? Love Donuts? This race is for you! Join us for the annual DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5k/10k! A donut-themed event th...
The registration fee includes a short-sleeve dri-fit t-shirt. If you register after 7/18/25, your shirt size is not guaranteed. We will do our best to increase shirt sizes in quantities before the order is placed to accommodate runners. We apologi...
Welcome to the fastest 5k in the Midwest! Event doubles as the USATF Iowa Road 5k State Championship 2024 Results 2025 marks the 6th annual Blazing 5k. The last 5 years have welcomed elites and runners of all types. The 5k course starts on the bac...
Get ready for the annual Pride Stride! Our almost, but not quite, 5K.. (yay for endless road construction!) Get ready to walk, jog, run and more with Capital City Pride at our annual Pride Stride! Join us for a vibrant and inclusive day filled wit...
Prostate Cancer Awareness of Central Iowa is proud to present its fourth run/walk event. 100% of all proceeds stay right here in Iowa to help Iowans affected by prostate cancer. Since our inaugural event, we have donated back nearly $215,000 to th...
RUNorwalk 2024 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run Chip Timing provided by True Time Racing ServicesSaturday, October 26, 2024 - 8:00 a.m. startNorwalk High School Warrior Stadium Parking Lot5K Route | 10K Route 2024 RACE RESULTS Packet Pick Up:Thursda...
The Klompen Classic 5K is a wildly successful small town Iowa run that is a tradition for many. Over the past 3 decades, this run/walk has brought thousands together to race for a cause. All funds raised make it possible for Crossroa...
On Sunday September 21, 2025, 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 ...
Our 6th annual Team RunFree 'Miles of Smiles' 5K race is happening on Saturday, June 21st ! Get ready for another fun race through the streets, parks and trails of Adel. Our Team RunFree and Synergy adaptive running teams w...
Overview Join us in-person or virtually at 9am CDT for the 12th annual Race to Feed Kids in support of Mary’s Meals, an international feeding charity that provides a daily meal to children in their place of education. This isn’t just your average ...
Come STORM THE PARK at Adventureland and complete a 5k fun run this summer! You will get to fly by the Viking, get scared by the Monster, conquer the Tornado and get shot into space! Grab the family and enjoy a run or walk through the park before ...
Starting and ending at Singlespeed DSM Taproom, this 5K/10K is full of everything you want in a run. Free beer, scenic courses, good vibes, and a stienholding competition to cap it off! Join the hundreds of fellow beer-drinking, running enthusiast...
What is better on Thanksgiving Day than starting out with a fun 5K? Get ready for your turkey and potatoes through the streets of Ames with your favorite running & walking buddies! The course will weave you from beautiful downtown Ames through...
Take part in a new summer tradition as the Waukee Arts Festival hosts a scenic race through Centennial Park and Sugar Creek Trail finishing in Waukee's best annual event. Enjoy a timed run and stick around to listen to live music, eat at a f...
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