Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (19)
Typically 50–70°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 6 of the last 10 years
2026
45–73°F
dry
2025
52–72°F
dry
2024
53–77°F
rain
2023
58–77°F
rain
2022
56–67°F
rain
2021
45–55°F
rain
2020
39–59°F
dry
2019
48–71°F
rain
2018
58–80°F
rain
2017
53–81°F
dry
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About this race
US Road Running Races
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.
Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line.
A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help.
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