In 222 days · Sun, May 30, 2027
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When
Sunday, May 30th, 2027
Where
TBD, Des Moines IA
Distances
1 Mile · 5K · 10K · Half
Typical weather
59–79°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2026
67–79°F
rain
2025
53–78°F
dry
2024
54–76°F
dry
2023
64–88°F
dry
2022
73–85°F
dry
2021
46–65°F
dry
2020
50–72°F
dry
2019
54–73°F
dry
2018
67–83°F
dry
2017
51–71°F
dry
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About this race
Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
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-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
The fun includes -
- Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
- Chip-timing with live results and awards
- Pacers for the half marathon
- Free photos
- Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
- Plenty of fun!
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-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
- Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our 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!)
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