Des Moines Spring 4-Miler
- Date Sat 6th March 2027
- Time 10:00AM CST
- Location Des Moines, Iowa
- Price $15.95
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the highly anticipated 3rd edition of the Des Moines Spring 4-Miler! Scheduled for Saturday, March 6, 2027, in the beautiful Waterworks Park of Des Moines, Polk, this event promises to be a fantastic way to kick off the spring running season. With a certified 4-mile course that features a flat and fast route, this race is perfect for runners of all levels looking to shake off the winter cobwebs and set a benchmark for the year ahead.
This year, the race has a new start time of 10 AM, allowing participants to enjoy their weekend a bit more while still having the chance to push themselves in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Runners will not only appreciate the camaraderie but also the return of beloved hot chocolate and donuts at the finish line! With a prize purse of $1,200 up for grabs, including $100 for the top six male and female finishers, this event offers a unique opportunity to support local elite runners while enjoying a spirited day of competition. Don't miss out on this exciting spring tradition!
This year, the race has a new start time of 10 AM, allowing participants to enjoy their weekend a bit more while still having the chance to push themselves in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Runners will not only appreciate the camaraderie but also the return of beloved hot chocolate and donuts at the finish line! With a prize purse of $1,200 up for grabs, including $100 for the top six male and female finishers, this event offers a unique opportunity to support local elite runners while enjoying a spirited day of competition. Don't miss out on this exciting spring tradition!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO THE 3RD EDITION OF THE DES MOINES SPRING 4-MILER IN 2027!
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! New this year, we are moving to Saturday versus our traditional Sunday and we are pushing the race back to 10am. Based on runner feedback, we wanted to give you a bit more of your weekend back since the race is meant to give you a benchmark and most likely not your "A" race for the year. We will still have hot chocolate and the famous donuts that you've come to love!
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]
2026 Photos - Jordan Wood [https://jordanwoodmedia.pixieset.com/dsmspring4miler/]
2026 Photos - Ascent Studios [https://ascentstudio.pixieset.com/dsmspring4miler/?fbclid=PAT01DUAQR6TxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAad2HpGNnbpleMier1FKM9VEqS1pKA7F9YedCYSAShXmUxDfoLvpQQ2Jn8PXVg_aem_6Kto3O7evdV1psY2zG_xMg]
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]
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! New this year, we are moving to Saturday versus our traditional Sunday and we are pushing the race back to 10am. Based on runner feedback, we wanted to give you a bit more of your weekend back since the race is meant to give you a benchmark and most likely not your "A" race for the year. We will still have hot chocolate and the famous donuts that you've come to love!
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]
2026 Photos - Jordan Wood [https://jordanwoodmedia.pixieset.com/dsmspring4miler/]
2026 Photos - Ascent Studios [https://ascentstudio.pixieset.com/dsmspring4miler/?fbclid=PAT01DUAQR6TxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAad2HpGNnbpleMier1FKM9VEqS1pKA7F9YedCYSAShXmUxDfoLvpQQ2Jn8PXVg_aem_6Kto3O7evdV1psY2zG_xMg]
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]
Races
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4 Mile Race
Incl. $0.95 Fee & Gloves
Sat 6th March 2027 (10:00AM CST)
$15.95
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