The Blazing 5k and Mile
- Date Sun 5th October 2025
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Des Moines, Iowa
- Price $15.95 - $34.49
- Races 7 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Participants will kick off the 5K on a scenic loop that’s perfect for spectators to cheer on their favorites. With exciting prizes for top finishers and special bonuses for record-breaking performances, the atmosphere will be electric! The race promises a total purse of $2,850 plus shoes, ensuring that everyone has a chance to win big. Don't miss the chance to be part of this thrilling event where speed meets community spirit. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just want to enjoy the day, mark your calendars for October 5th and join the fun at The Blazing 5k and Mile!
Organiser's Description
EVENT DOUBLES AS THE USATF IOWA ROAD 5K STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
2024 RESULTS [https://results.truetimeracing.com/results.aspx?CId=16535&RId=1399]
2025 marks the 6th annual Blazing 5k. The last 5 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 6TH EDITION OF THE EVENT DATE IS NOW TAKING PLACE ON OCTOBER 5TH, 2025.
NOTE: SHIRTS DEADLINE 10/1
PRIZES:
2025 TOTAL PLANNED PURSE: $2850 + Shoes + Event Record Bonuses
5K MALE/FEMALE
1st - $300 + Shoes
2nd - $200 + Shoes
3rd - $100 + Shoes
4th - $75
5th - $50
BLAZING BONUS (BREAK RUNABLAZE TEAM RECORD, ONLY RUNABLAZE IOWA MEMBERS ELGIBLE):
$300
* Casey Owens 16:21
* Jay Welp 14:19
BEYOND RECOVERY HALFWAY PREMIUM M/F:
$100 + Shoes
FLEET FEET FINAL KICK CHALLENGE:
$50
MILE MALE/FEMALE:
1st - $200
2nd - $100
3rd - $50
COMBINED 6.609K MALE/FEMALE:
1st - $100
5K COURSE RECORD MALE/FEMALE:
$100
* Male: Edwin Kurgat - 13:47 (2022)
* Female: Kassie Parker -15:46 (2024)
MILE EVENT RECORD MALE/FEMALE:
$100
* Male: Noah Stevenson 4:15 (2024)
* Female: Kasandra Parker 5:05 (2024)
COMBINED 6.609K EVENT RECORD MALE/FEMALE:
$100
* Adam Moore 18:30 (2024)
* Kasandra Parker 20:51 (2024)
2024 TOTAL PURSE:_ $3350 + Shoes___
2023 TOTAL PURSE: $3540 + 8 pairs of free shoes + Coeur Gear (Women's Winner)
2022 5K PRIZE PURSE: $2100 +shoes
2021 BLAZING 5K PRIZE PURSE: $1750 + shoes
2021 10K INVITE PRIZE PURSE: $2250 + shoes + gear
2020 PRIZE PURSE: $600 + shoes + gift cards
ELITES:
* Male cutoff 16:00
* Male Free Entry 14:45 or faster
* Free Entry Sign Up Opens 4/14/2025
* Female cutoff 20:00
* Female Free Entry 19:00 or faster
* Free Entry Sign Up Opens 4/14/2025
* Feel free to reach out to Tyson Wieland @ [email protected]
AGE GROUP AWARDS
Awards provided by Fleet Feet Des Moines!
1st - $20 Gift Card
2nd - $10 Gift Card
3rd - $5 Gift Card
Age Group Categories
19 and under
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70+
CONTACT:
If you have any questions be contact us at: [email protected].
Races
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Open 5K Race (No Cutoff Time)
Incl. $1.34 Fee
Sun 5th October 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$29.34
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Elite Female 5k Race (Cutoff 20:00)
Incl. $1.34 Fee
Sun 5th October 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$29.34
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Elite Male 5k Race (Cutoff 16:00)
Incl. $1.34 Fee
Sun 5th October 2025 (8:15AM CDT)
$29.34
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All-Comer's Mile (No Cutoff)
Incl. $0.95 Fee
Sun 5th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$15.95
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Open 5K Race + All-Comer's Mile
Incl. $1.49 Fee
Sun 5th October 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$34.49
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Elite Female 5k Run + All-Comer's Mile
Incl. $1.49 Fee
Sun 5th October 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$34.49
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Elite Male 5k Run + All-Comer's Mile
Incl. $1.49 Fee
Sun 5th October 2025 (8:15AM CDT)
$34.49
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