In 79 days · Sun, Dec 20, 2026
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When
Sunday, December 20th, 2026
Where
TBD, Des Moines IA
Distances
1 Mile · 5K · 10K · 15K
Typical weather
22–38°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
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2025
30–42°F
dry
2024
19–28°F
dry
2023
27–45°F
dry
2022
6–25°F
dry
2021
21–38°F
dry
2020
16–37°F
dry
2019
32–46°F
dry
2018
31–42°F
dry
2017
27–39°F
dry
2016
21–40°F
dry
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About this race
Candy Cane Course - Des Moines
Date: 2026-12-20
Location: TBD, Des Moines, IA
More information: Race Sign Up
Event Overview
- Fun Event: Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/10k/15k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
- Great Swag: Participants will receive a designer shirt & custom medal.
- Chip-Timing: Enjoy chip-timing with live results and awards.
- Free Photos: Capture your memories with free photos during the event.
Finish Line Treats
- Delicious Treats: Enjoy delicious treats waiting at the finish line.
- Fun for Everyone: Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
- Virtual Race: Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
- Youth Pricing: *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $22!
Registration Details
- 5k/10k/15k Registration: Includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- 1 Mile Registration: Untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- Kid's Dash: A fun, untimed dash for kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
- Shirt Guarantee: *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
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