Iowa Trail Run Series
- Date Sat 4th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Des Moines, Iowa
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at the Iowa Trail Run Series on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in the vibrant city of Des Moines, Polk! This exciting event invites runners of all ages to experience the beauty of Iowa's scenic trails while enjoying a variety of race distances. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a family looking for a fun day out, the series features nine challenging and family-friendly events that will take you off the pavement and into nature.
Participants can look forward to chip timing, clear course markings, and a fantastic array of post-race refreshments to refuel after the run. Each registration includes a custom bib and the option to snag a soft, comfy race shirt featuring one of the adorable Animal Icons. Plus, kids 12 and under can join in the fun with a FREE kids race, making it a perfect family day! Enjoy the perks of the exclusive ITRS Season Pass for access to all nine events at a great price. So, gather your friends and family, and mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of running and community spirit in Iowa!
Participants can look forward to chip timing, clear course markings, and a fantastic array of post-race refreshments to refuel after the run. Each registration includes a custom bib and the option to snag a soft, comfy race shirt featuring one of the adorable Animal Icons. Plus, kids 12 and under can join in the fun with a FREE kids race, making it a perfect family day! Enjoy the perks of the exclusive ITRS Season Pass for access to all nine events at a great price. So, gather your friends and family, and mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of running and community spirit in Iowa!
Organiser's 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 (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!
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!
Races
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ITRS Season Pass
Incl. Season Pass Exclusive Item
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
Free
OPENS 16 NOVIowa Trail Run Series Season Pass
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