Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (32)
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- 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 to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Ninja 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon taking place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in the vibrant city of Des Moines, Iowa! This thrilling race event promises a fun-filled day for runners of all levels, with three fantastic distances to choose from: a 5K for those looking for a brisk challenge, a 10K for intermediate runners, and a Half Marathon for seasoned athletes ready to push their limits.
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup starting 30 minutes prior. Participants will navigate scenic out-and-back courses, ensuring a memorable experience amid the beautiful surroundings of Polk County. The 5K features a single out-and-back loop, while the 10K tackles this route twice, and the Half Marathon takes on the course four times! Don't miss out on the chance to earn a finisher medal and possibly win awards for the best costume. Mark your calendars and join fellow running enthusiasts for an unforgettable day of fitness and fun in Des Moines!
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup starting 30 minutes prior. Participants will navigate scenic out-and-back courses, ensuring a memorable experience amid the beautiful surroundings of Polk County. The 5K features a single out-and-back loop, while the 10K tackles this route twice, and the Half Marathon takes on the course four times! Don't miss out on the chance to earn a finisher medal and possibly win awards for the best costume. Mark your calendars and join fellow running enthusiasts for an unforgettable day of fitness and fun in Des Moines!
Organiser's Description
RACE INFORMATION
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Bathrooms https://maps.app.goo.gl/NMdTCVYMQfSgAAZp6
Parking near start https://maps.app.goo.gl/8uJvLqbPSFxA8Wke8
5K & 10K COURSE (1.56M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6713230542/
The course is an out-and-back (3.11M)
The 5K does the out-and-back one time.
The 10K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.64M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6657429743/
The course is an out-and-back (3.28M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Bathrooms https://maps.app.goo.gl/NMdTCVYMQfSgAAZp6
Parking near start https://maps.app.goo.gl/8uJvLqbPSFxA8Wke8
5K & 10K COURSE (1.56M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6713230542/
The course is an out-and-back (3.11M)
The 5K does the out-and-back one time.
The 10K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.64M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6657429743/
The course is an out-and-back (3.28M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
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Location
2816 Shoreline Road, Des Moines, 50320, IA, United States
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