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

  • Date Sun 20th 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 to lace up your running shoes for the Midwest Greater Des Moines Half Marathon, 10K & 5K, taking place on Sunday, September 20, 2026! This exciting event will transform the streets of Des Moines, Polk County, into a vibrant running festival, featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, as well as the beloved Kids One Mile Fun Run for our youngest athletes. Runners will start and finish just steps away from the historic Polk County Courthouse on Court Avenue, right in the heart of downtown Des Moines, Iowa.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting your fitness journey, there's an event for everyone at this fun-filled day. The Kids One Mile Fun Run invites children aged 5 to 15 to join in the excitement, encouraging a lifelong love for health and fitness. Mark your calendars and get ready to experience the camaraderie and energy of the Midwest Greater DSM Half Marathon Series!

Organiser's Description

On Sunday September 20, 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 20th September 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $64.60

  • 10k

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 20th September 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $32.80

  • 5k

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 20th September 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $27.50

  • Kid's One Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 20th 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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