Saturday, September 12th, 2026
2816 Shoreline Road, Des Moines IA
5K · 10K · Half
62–80°F · some rain risk
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2025
68–90°F
dry
2024
61–83°F
dry
2023
51–73°F
dry
2022
53–74°F
dry
2021
71–84°F
dry
2020
57–72°F
dry
2019
69–86°F
rain
2018
62–79°F
dry
2017
62–84°F
dry
2016
61–81°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people.
Event Details
Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect:
- Clear Course: Well-marked tracks for your racing enjoyment.
- Helpful Staff: Friendly race staff available to assist you.
- Finisher Medals: Celebrate your achievement with a commemorative medal.
- Community Feel: A relaxed atmosphere perfect for all runners.
Race Day Preparation
A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races:
- Staffing: We normally have one or two staff members at each race.
- Emergency Services: EMS is not stationed on site.
- Water Stations: Limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish.
- Weather Planning: Please plan for the weather and bring any necessities for between laps.
Additional Information
For more details regarding the Medal Madness event, visit our race page:
View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.
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