Des Moines Spring 4-Miler
- Date Sun 1st March 2026
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Des Moines, Iowa
- Price $36.55
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your spring racing season at the Des Moines Spring 4-Miler on Sunday, March 1, 2026! Set in the picturesque Waterworks Park in Des Moines, Polk, this exciting event invites runners of all levels to join in on a fun and competitive atmosphere. The certified 4-mile course is designed to be flat and fast, making it a perfect opportunity to set a benchmark for your spring goals, whether you're a seasoned athlete or a newcomer to the running scene.
This year marks the second edition of the Des Moines Spring 4-Miler, and with a modest prize purse of $1,200, the top male and female finishers will each earn $100! Runners will begin near the Bill Riley Trail Bridge and enjoy a scenic route that loops through the park, creating a vibrant community feel. Don't miss out on this chance to break off the winter rust and enjoy a spirited run with fellow enthusiasts on a beautiful March day!
This year marks the second edition of the Des Moines Spring 4-Miler, and with a modest prize purse of $1,200, the top male and female finishers will each earn $100! Runners will begin near the Bill Riley Trail Bridge and enjoy a scenic route that loops through the park, creating a vibrant community feel. Don't miss out on this chance to break off the winter rust and enjoy a spirited run with fellow enthusiasts on a beautiful March day!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO THE 2ND EDITION OF THE DES MOINES SPRING 4-MILER!
2026 Results [https://results.truetimeracing.com/results.aspx?CId=16535&RId=1631&EId=1&dt=0]
2025 Results [https://results.truetimeracing.com/Results.aspx?CId=16535&RId=1436&EId=1]
2025 Photos [https://davemable.smugmug.com/Sports/Spring-4-Miler-2025?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafsjqOpqhpn2wdWPhupImt3g6GxvzTdEn5Ia4W_fmD2enXRbiZhbZTHjlOq4A_aem_ayWl1_QvTpt4DssqXngL0Q]
Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theblazingraces?igsh=NTM0Mzhxa2l4Njk1]
Brought to you by Wieland Racing, the organizer of The Blazing 5k and Mile [http://theblazing5k.com]. 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.
2026 Results [https://results.truetimeracing.com/results.aspx?CId=16535&RId=1631&EId=1&dt=0]
2025 Results [https://results.truetimeracing.com/Results.aspx?CId=16535&RId=1436&EId=1]
2025 Photos [https://davemable.smugmug.com/Sports/Spring-4-Miler-2025?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafsjqOpqhpn2wdWPhupImt3g6GxvzTdEn5Ia4W_fmD2enXRbiZhbZTHjlOq4A_aem_ayWl1_QvTpt4DssqXngL0Q]
Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theblazingraces?igsh=NTM0Mzhxa2l4Njk1]
Brought to you by Wieland Racing, the organizer of The Blazing 5k and Mile [http://theblazing5k.com]. 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.
Races
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4 Mile Race
Incl. $1.55 Fee & Gloves
Sun 1st March 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$36.55
CLOSED
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