Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (19)

  • Date Sat 8th May 2027
  • Time 8:00AM CDT
  • Location Des Moines, Iowa
  • Price $33.80 - $70.90
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, and 13.1M event in Des Moines, Iowa on Saturday, May 8, 2027! This vibrant road running festival is perfect for both seasoned athletes and casual walkers who enjoy a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. With race distances to suit everyone—5K, 10K, or a half marathon—participants can challenge themselves while soaking in the local community spirit.

The event promises a supportive environment where you can chase personal records, collect themed medals, or simply enjoy the great outdoors with fellow running enthusiasts. Expect a well-marked course, enthusiastic race staff, and the satisfaction of crossing the finish line to receive your hard-earned finisher medal. Whether you're gearing up with your running buddies or embracing the thrill of competition, the Medal Madness event is the place to be! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, enjoy, and connect on race day in Des Moines.

Organiser's Description

US ROAD RUNNING RACES

US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people.

Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best I signed up for this on purpose smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line.

A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help.

View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page. [https://usroadrunning.com/Races/IA/Des-Moines/206345-Holiday-5K-10K-13-1M-at-Des-Moines-IA-50/]

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.80 Fee

    Sat 8th May 2027 (8:00AM CDT)

    $33.80

  • 10k

    Incl. $4.70 Fee

    Sat 8th May 2027 (8:00AM CDT)

    $49.70

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $5.90 Fee

    Sat 8th May 2027 (8:00AM CDT)

    $70.90

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Location

2816 Shoreline Road, Des Moines, 50320, IA, United States

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