Wellmark YMCA Red Flannel Run
- Date Sat 14th February 2026
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Des Moines, Iowa
- Price $32.80 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Wellmark YMCA Red Flannel Run on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in beautiful Des Moines, Polk! This beloved annual event features both a 5K and a 10K race, making it the longest consecutively-produced race in the Des Moines area. Participants are encouraged to don their favorite red flannel attire, adding a fun twist to the chilly winter run.
Not only will you embrace the cold and enjoy a fantastic race day, but you'll also be supporting a great cause! Proceeds from the event go towards strengthening the YMCA's mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility within the community. Get ready to hit the ground running while making a positive impact! Don't forget to pick up your race packet at the Wellmark YMCA on February 12 or 13 from 4:30 to 6:30 PM, or on race day starting at 7:30 AM. Don't miss out on this opportunity to run, support a worthy cause, and enjoy a fun-filled community event!
Not only will you embrace the cold and enjoy a fantastic race day, but you'll also be supporting a great cause! Proceeds from the event go towards strengthening the YMCA's mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility within the community. Get ready to hit the ground running while making a positive impact! Don't forget to pick up your race packet at the Wellmark YMCA on February 12 or 13 from 4:30 to 6:30 PM, or on race day starting at 7:30 AM. Don't miss out on this opportunity to run, support a worthy cause, and enjoy a fun-filled community event!
Organiser's Description
The Red Flannel Run is the longest, consecutively-produced race in the Des Moines area with a 5K and 10K option. Wear your favorite red flannel attire and help support the YMCAs mission to strengthen the foundations of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
EMBRACE THE COLD. RUN THE RACE. SUPPORT THE CAUSE.
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PACKET PICK UP
February 12, 2026 at Wellmark YMCA (time is 4:30-6:30pm). 501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
February 13, 2026 at the Wellmark YMCA (time is 4:30-6:30pm). 501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
February 14, 2026 at the Wellmark YMCA (Beginning at 7:30am). 501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
RACE DAY PARKING:
Available at the parking garage on Locust Street between 6th Avenue and 5th Avenue. To access this parking garage on race day, take 7th Street South to Locust Street. Go East on Locust Street and the entrance is on the North/Left side of the street between 6th Avenue and 5th Avenue.
Parking also available at the parking garage on 5th street between Grand Avenue and Watson Powell Jr Way. To access this parking garage, go East on Locust Street to 4th Street. Go North/Left on 4th street to Grand Avenue. Go West/Left on Grand Avenue to 5th Avenue. Go North/Right on 5th Avenue to the parking garage entrance.
EMBRACE THE COLD. RUN THE RACE. SUPPORT THE CAUSE.
[https://bit.ly/2PPUi2x]
PACKET PICK UP
February 12, 2026 at Wellmark YMCA (time is 4:30-6:30pm). 501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
February 13, 2026 at the Wellmark YMCA (time is 4:30-6:30pm). 501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
February 14, 2026 at the Wellmark YMCA (Beginning at 7:30am). 501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
RACE DAY PARKING:
Available at the parking garage on Locust Street between 6th Avenue and 5th Avenue. To access this parking garage on race day, take 7th Street South to Locust Street. Go East on Locust Street and the entrance is on the North/Left side of the street between 6th Avenue and 5th Avenue.
Parking also available at the parking garage on 5th street between Grand Avenue and Watson Powell Jr Way. To access this parking garage, go East on Locust Street to 4th Street. Go North/Left on 4th street to Grand Avenue. Go West/Left on Grand Avenue to 5th Avenue. Go North/Right on 5th Avenue to the parking garage entrance.
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