The Blazing 5k
- Date Sun 4th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Des Moines, Iowa
- Price $26.25
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Blazing 5K, taking place on Sunday, October 4th, 2026, in the heart of Des Moines, Polk! This race is not just any ordinary 5K; it proudly serves as the USATF Iowa Road 5K State Championship and is celebrated as the fastest 5K in the Midwest. Whether you're an elite runner or a casual participant, this event welcomes runners of all skill levels.
The scenic course starts on the back loop of Water Works Park, featuring a flat and fast route that allows spectators to cheer on their favorite racers from almost anywhere on the course. Participants will race against the clock on a USATF Certified Course, with thrilling prizes for those who hit the finish line first. With the addition of team competitions in 2026, the excitement is set to reach new heights! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this vibrant community event—mark your calendars and prepare for a day of fun, competition, and camaraderie!
The scenic course starts on the back loop of Water Works Park, featuring a flat and fast route that allows spectators to cheer on their favorite racers from almost anywhere on the course. Participants will race against the clock on a USATF Certified Course, with thrilling prizes for those who hit the finish line first. With the addition of team competitions in 2026, the excitement is set to reach new heights! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this vibrant community event—mark your calendars and prepare for a day of fun, competition, and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO THE FASTEST 5K IN THE MIDWEST!
EVENT DOUBLES AS THE USATF IOWA ROAD 5K STATE CHAMPIONSHIP.
NEW in 2026, Team Competitions! See information below.
2025 RESULTS [https://results.truetimeracing.com/results.aspx?CId=16535&RId=1594&EId=2]
2026 marks the 7th annual Blazing 5k. The last 6 years have welcomed elites and runners of all types. The 5k course starts on the back loop in Water Works Park and shoots out the gun going clockwise on the flat and fast loop. At the end of the loop the racers are greeted by a prize for the first person to cross the mat. From there it's another flat and fast main loop going clockwise. This area offers plenty of space for spectators and the field can be seen for almost the entirety of this loop. It finishes on the screaming fast and long straightaway to the finish.
USATF Certified Course: IA21006MF [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=m&id=1096]
THE 7TH EDITION OF THE EVENT DATE IS NOW TAKING PLACE ON OCTOBER 4TH, 2025.
EVENT DOUBLES AS THE USATF IOWA ROAD 5K STATE CHAMPIONSHIP.
NEW in 2026, Team Competitions! See information below.
2025 RESULTS [https://results.truetimeracing.com/results.aspx?CId=16535&RId=1594&EId=2]
2026 marks the 7th annual Blazing 5k. The last 6 years have welcomed elites and runners of all types. The 5k course starts on the back loop in Water Works Park and shoots out the gun going clockwise on the flat and fast loop. At the end of the loop the racers are greeted by a prize for the first person to cross the mat. From there it's another flat and fast main loop going clockwise. This area offers plenty of space for spectators and the field can be seen for almost the entirety of this loop. It finishes on the screaming fast and long straightaway to the finish.
USATF Certified Course: IA21006MF [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=m&id=1096]
THE 7TH EDITION OF THE EVENT DATE IS NOW TAKING PLACE ON OCTOBER 4TH, 2025.
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2201 George Flagg Pkwy, Shelter House, Des Moines, 50321, IA, United States
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