Found 54 races near Altoona, IA

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Prairie City, IA
• 12.7 miles
$30
The 4th annual Prairie City EMS 5K fundraiser, a community run/walk in Prairie City, IA.
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Creston, IA
• 62.4 miles
$25
Creston's Crush Cancer in Every Color will be wrapping up our day's events on Saturday, August 1st with a Glow Walk/Run at dusk!  One Mile Route & 5K Route (NEW for 2026) Glow Walk/Run is a FUN...
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1

Oskaloosa, IA
• 57.9 miles
$25
5K race and 2K walk supporting Hospice Serenity House in Oskaloosa, Iowa.
2K 5K
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Des Moines, IA
• 26.6 miles
$20 -$55
Whether you're a competitive runner, looking for a unique challenge, or someone who loves a great time with great people, the Single Speed Beer Mile delivers an adrenaline-filled atmosphere...
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Des Moines, IA
• 11.6 miles
$15 -$55
You'll have it made in the shade at this fun event celebrating summer in the heart of Des Moines! The Sunglass Run 5K starts at the beautiful Lauridsen Amphitheater and takes participants on a...
5K
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3

Des Moines, IA
• 11.9 miles
$5 -$10
A local 5k run with 515 running that will give you chance to give it your all and see where your fitness is. The event is a pay as you want with $0, $5, and $10, but we highly encourage you to...
5K
38
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8

Adel, IA
• 23.1 miles
$37
5K run/walk in Adel, IA along the parade route
5K
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29

Jefferson, IA
• 44.4 miles
$35 -$50
Like Running or Walking?  Love Cider?  This race is for you!  Join us on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 9:30 AM for an exciting event featuring Deal's Orchard! This beloved farm truly captures the...
1m 5K
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SEP
6

West Des Moines, IA
• 28.7 miles
$35
Event details – 9:00a shirt pick up/registeration – 9:45a why straws? what’s a wog? – 10:00a run/walk/jog/wog – 10:15a start of prize give-a-way Register at: rws.raceroster.com – $35 Adults – $20...
5K
37
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12

Ankeny, IA
• 10.1 miles
$10 -$45
What is a Tunnel To Towers Run & Walk?  The Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk Series was created to honor the heroic life and death of Stephen Siller, a New York City firefighter (FDNY) who lost his...
5K
40
SEP
13

Colfax, IA
• 58.5 miles
$25 -$50
A biathlon pairing a 2 mile kayak course with a 3.5 mile trail run at Quarry Springs Park near Colfax, Iowa.
68
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13

Des Moines, IA
• 27.4 miles
$35 -$60
Capital in Des Moines, IA - finisher medal, t-shirt
4m 10m
60
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13

Granger, IA
• 16.0 miles
$40 -$250
Trail race at Jester Park, Granger with kids race and post-race food
5K 10K
68
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19

Boone, IA
• 35.0 miles
$20 -$45
Pufferbilly Days celebrates its 50th anniversary this year! Bring your families to Boone on September 19 and enjoy a 5K or 10K run/walk beginning and ending Downtown. The race will begin at 7:30...
5K 10K
60
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19

Winterset, IA
• 48.8 miles
$150
We are excited to announce “Run As One For Taylor” is back on September 19th, and  we're bringing back ONE Amazing Race-themed experience! This year will be an adventure like no other! A day...
21
SEP
19

Des Moines, IA
• 1.8 miles
$10 -$40
Family-friendly run in Des Moines welcoming runners and walkers of all ages
5K
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20

Des Moines, IA
• 0.6 miles
$5 -$30
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...
1m 5K
82
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26

Ankeny, IA
• 8.6 miles
$10 -$45
Certified 5K Walk/Run plus Kids Fun Run at the DMACC Ankeny Campus.
5K
25
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26

Colo, IA
• 55.5 miles
$20
This is a fun walk / run not timed . We are raising money to Chase Away K9 Cancer in memory of our beloved Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Remy who we lost to bone cancer .  FurBabies are welcome ....
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26

Eldora, IA
• 53.2 miles
$75 -$80
Race Overview  Enjoy the beautiful Iowa River Greenbelt with this 13.1 mile paved loop beginning in Eldora, taking you along the River's Edge Trail to Steamboat Rock, and coming back to Eldora...
Half Marathon
80