The Des Moines Botanical and Environmental Center’s Annual Flower Power 5K. Save the Date!!!
Flower Power 5K
Saturday, June 23rd, 2012
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Drake Relays On-the-ROADS
Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Half Marathon and 8K run
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5th Judicial District 5k for Victims Rights
Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Where: Raccoon River Park, 500 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, IA Description: 5 Iowa charities that provide aid to crime victims. Participants receive a very cool 5k t-shirt, and top male and female finishers in each division earn a custom 5k medal. We will also feature a 12 and under kids 1K fun run. All [...]
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Iowa AIDS Walk/Run
Saturday, April 14th, 2012
Where: Des Moines University, 3440 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA Distance(s): 5k run, 1-mile walk Description: Come take on our beautiful, challenging South of Grand course while supporting Iowans living with HIV/AIDS! Whether this is your first AIDS Walk/run, or your 10th, we’ve got a great morning planned for you. Registration begins at 8am! Website: http://www.iowaaidswalkrun.org Contact: paulw@aidsprojectci.org [...]
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Red Flannel Run
Saturday, February 11th, 2012
Where: Starts at the Riverfront YMCA in Des Moines, Iowa Distance: 5 mile run and 3 mile walk/ run Description: One loop out and back on mostly flat streets. Post-race activities to be held at the Riverfront YMCA. A meal will be served immediately following the race. The meal is free to all participants. All [...]
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AIB Jingle Jog
Saturday, December 17th, 2011
Where: The race starts and ends at the south entrance of Gray’s Lake in Des Moines, Iowa Description: Jingle Jog, hosted by the AIB College of Business, will consist of a 2 or 4 mile run/walk around Gray’s Lake, Des Moines, Iowa. Prizes will be awarded to 1st , 2nd , and 3rd place in [...]
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Sycamore 8
Saturday, December 3rd, 2011
Where: New Polk County office on Euclid in Des Moines (the old Target store) Distance: 8 or 4 mile run Description: Enjoy this 8 or 4 mile run through the woods along the Des Moines River on the Sycamore Trail! The 8-mile run starts on NW 66th in Johnston and finishes at the new Polk [...]
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Jingle Jam 5K
Saturday, December 3rd, 2011
Where: Race starts at South Suburban YMCA- 401 E. Army Post Road, Des Moines, IA Distance: 5K and 1 Mile Hot Chocolate Walk Description: Proceeds go to YMCA Partners with Youth programs. Costume contest, age group awards, and post race refreshments. Contact: Jennifer Downe for more info Registration: Sign up online here.
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Thanksgiving Day Road Race – Des Moines
Thursday, November 24th, 2011
Where: Race starts at Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA Distance: 5 Mile Run, 2 Mile Run/ Walk, and Walk Description: Trophy to overall winner in five and two mile races. Pumpkin pies to the top three in each age group. Contact: Dave Registration: Download the form here: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot Des Moines 2011 Entry
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Tour de Lights
Sunday, November 20th, 2011
Where: Waterworks Park in Des Moines, Iowa Description: One of the best family events of the season, Tour de Lights allows registered participants a private preview of Jolly Holiday Lights before the event is opened to the general public. It’s a great excuse to get out of the house and benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation’s efforts [...]
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Fairgrounds 5K
Sunday, November 6th, 2011
Work off that last corndog while helping raise money for the Iowa State Fairgrounds! Runners, joggers and walkers alike will have the opportunity to experience the Iowa State Fairgrounds’ park-like setting without the hustle and bustle of the Fair.
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Hot Chocolate Race – Des Moines
Sunday, October 30th, 2011
Where: Principal Park, Des Moines, Iowa Distance: 5 Mile and 5K Description: Registration includes jacket and Stam chocolate! Baby stroller/joggers are welcome. Website: www.stamchocolate.com
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The Equalizer Run
Saturday, October 29th, 2011
A 1.905 mile essentially flat loop, ligted asphalt path, circling Gray’s Lake with splendid views of downtown.
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Des Moines Race for the Cure
Saturday, October 22nd, 2011
The Des Moines Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure raises funds to support the Komen Foundation mission of eradicating breast cancer as a life-threatening disease by advancing research, education, screening and treatment.
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Des Moines Marathon
Sunday, October 16th, 2011
Iowa’s largest and fastest marathon offers a premier event that will validate YOUR commitment to training, challenge YOUR endurance and reward YOU with a life changing experience.
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Capital Pursuit
Sunday, September 25th, 2011
Capital Striders and Pella Windows and Doors announce the 27th Annual Capital Pursuit.
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Run DMU 5k
Friday, September 23rd, 2011
All levels of experience welcome! Enjoy treatments and flexibility assessments after the race given by D.O. and D.P.T. students.
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Richard Dellaca Pump & Run
Saturday, September 3rd, 2011
Pumping Rules- for each successful repetition 15 seconds will be subtracted from your 1 mile or 3 mile race time.
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Run For Your Life
Saturday, August 27th, 2011
The Iowa Heart Foundation will be sponsoring its 3rd annual run/walk fundraising event at Des Moines Water Works Park
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Big Creek Tri
Sunday, August 14th, 2011
Big Creek Tri is held at beautiful Big Creek State Park located just north of Des Moines in Polk City, Iowa. Big Creek Tri is an Olympic distance triathlon that will challenge triathletes of all levels.
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Dam to Dam
Saturday, June 4th, 2011
Dam to Dam, in Des Moines, is Iowa’s largest road race, offering both 5k and 20k distances so all runners can participate.
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Iowa Cubs 5 Mile Fun Run
Sunday, May 22nd, 2011
Located in Des Moines, this race will give you a way to show your Cubby pride.
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Iowa Sports Foundation Mud Run
Saturday, May 14th, 2011
This unique trail running race is sure to be fun and challenging for all participants and spectators.
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Grand Blue Mile
Tuesday, April 26th, 2011
The one-mile road run brings friends and families together of various ages and abilities ranging from beginners to marathoners. A separate Invitational Championship field of professional/Olympic athletes will also be competing in the culminating event in the beautiful spring setting in downtown Des Moines.
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Capital Strider’s Loop the Lake
Saturday, April 9th, 2011
The Annual Capital Striders Loop the Lake run marks the unofficial start of the racing season and is a must-do event for runners of all skill levels. The flat and fast 8K race, making 2+ laps around Gray’s Lake near downtown Des Moines.
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Des Moines Winter Games Race
Sunday, February 6th, 2011
The Xtreme Cross Country Race check in will take place in the clubhouse at Waveland golf course.
Packet pick up will be before the race.
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Wounded Heros Run
Saturday, October 9th, 2010
The Wounded Heroes Run will include a 5K and 10k Run/ Walk. All benefits will go to the Wounded Warriors Project.
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Governor’s Cup Race
Saturday, August 28th, 2010
West Capitol Terrace, State Capital building, Des Moines, Iowa. 5 Mile and 5K race options.
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Run, Rock & Stroll Race
Saturday, June 19th, 2010
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield of Iowa presents Run, Rock & Stroll,
an event benefiting The Heart Connection Children’s Cancer Programs.
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Court to Court 5K
Saturday, April 17th, 2010
The route will go around the Capitol Complex and finish back at the Courthouse
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Celebrate Life Relay
Friday, April 16th, 2010
Join the crusade – the Celebrate Life Relay will spread awareness about organ and tissue donation as 54 runners cover a 315-mile course over 48 continuous hours, crossing the state of Iowa.
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Run for the Egg
Saturday, April 3rd, 2010
Runners, walkers, families and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to “Run for the Egg”, a 5-mile cross-country run/walk at Easter Lake Park on Easter weekend. Participants will run or walk on a multi-surface trail.
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Grand View Viking 5K
Saturday, October 3rd, 2009
A 5K loop that begins near East 13th St. and Grandview Avenue and runs through the residential Union Park area. Water and first-aid stations will be available on the course.
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DOathlon for Life
Sunday, September 13th, 2009
DOathlon for Life is Sunday, Sunday September 13, 2009 at Walnut Woods State Park located just southwest of Des Moines. DOathlon for Life is a duathlon: 5K run, followed by a 20K bike, followed by a 5K run.
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Firefest Lifeflight 5K
Saturday, August 29th, 2009
Race begins and ends at Iowa State Fair Grounds, Des Moines, IA.
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Project H2O Maffit Lake Trail Run
Saturday, August 1st, 2009
Think your fast? This is the race to prove it! This year’s course will just as beautiful and challenging as last year with additional prairie added to be as close to 5 miles as possible.
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Run for Ronald Des Moines
Friday, May 15th, 2009
This year the Ronald McDonald House will be partnering with the Kiwanis Miracle League, which will bring lots of new exciting activities for you and your family!
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