Wellmark YMCA Red Flannel Run

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

The Red Flannel Run is the longest, consecutively-produced race in the Des Moines area with a 5K and 10K option. Wear your favorite red flannel attire and help support the YMCA’s mission to strengthen the foundations of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

EMBRACE THE COLD. RUN THE RACE. SUPPORT THE CAUSE.

📅 Race Details

• Date: February 14, 2026
• Location: 501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
• Race Options: 5K and 10K
• More Info: Visit Race Page

🗓️ Packet Pick Up

• Date: February 12, 2026 (4:30-6:30pm)
• Date: February 13, 2026 (4:30-6:30pm)
• Date: February 14, 2026 (Beginning at 7:30am)
• Location: Wellmark YMCA, 501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

🅿️ Race Day Parking

• Parking Garage: Available on Locust Street between 6th Avenue and 5th Avenue.
• Access: Take 7th Street South to Locust Street. Go East on Locust Street, entrance is on the North/Left side of the street.
• Alternative Parking: Available on 5th street between Grand Avenue and Watson Powell Jr Way.
• Access: Go East on Locust Street to 4th Street, then North/Left on 4th street to Grand Avenue.