Midwest Greater Des Moines Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

  • Date Sun 27th September 2026
  • Time 7:30AM CDT
  • Location Des Moines, Iowa
  • Price $22.20 - $64.60
  • Races 7 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of fitness and fun at the Midwest Greater Des Moines Half Marathon, 10K & 5K on Sunday, September 27, 2026! Set in the vibrant heart of Des Moines, Iowa, this exciting event invites runners of all ages to take part in a thrilling race experience starting and finishing just steps from the iconic Polk County Courthouse on Court Avenue. Participants can choose from a Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K, making it perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike.

But that's not all! The event also features the beloved Kids One Mile Fun Run, encouraging children ages 5 to 15 to embrace an active lifestyle alongside their parents. With a festive atmosphere and a supportive community vibe, the Midwest Greater DSM Half Marathon Series promises a memorable race day filled with camaraderie and achievement. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible celebration of health and fitness in Des Moines!

Organiser's Description

On Sunday September 27, 2026, the city of Des Moines will host the Midwest Greater DSM Half Marathon Series (formerly the HyVee Half Marathon) again with a co-ed format. Each event will offer a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and our popular Kids One Mile Fun Run for our youngest competitors. Starting and finishing just steps from the Polk County Courthouse on Court Avenue in the heart of downtown Des Moines, Iowa!

Returning for 2026: Each Half Marathon, 10K, 5K event produced by Premier Event Management will again offer an exciting youth event in each market. The Kids One Mile Fun Run will start and finish from our main finish line structure making the Kids event something extra special on race morning. Children from ages 5 to 15 are encouraged to join mom and/or dad on race morning to begin a lifelong lifestyle change at Kids One Mile Fun Run!

Races

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 27th September 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $64.60

  • 10k

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 27th September 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $32.80

  • 5k

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 27th September 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $27.50

  • Kid's One Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 27th September 2026 (10:00AM CDT)

    $22.20

  • Virtual Half Marathon

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    $48.70

  • Virtual 10K

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    $48.70

  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    $38.10

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Location

420 Court Ave, Des Moines, 50309, IA, United States

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