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Saturday, September 19th, 2026
2201 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines IA
5K
62–79°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
65–76°F
dry
2024
69–85°F
rain
2023
64–85°F
dry
2022
64–82°F
dry
2021
69–88°F
dry
2020
51–69°F
dry
2019
71–86°F
rain
2018
67–86°F
rain
2017
63–80°F
dry
2016
66–84°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Sep 19
Rain likely · 71–91°F
Saturday, Sep 19starts near 71°F · 48% chance of rain · wind up to 13 mph
About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: WWY 5K (no one walks alone)
- Date: 2026-09-19
- Location: 2201 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA
- Register: Click here to register
About the Event
- Family-Friendly: This event includes a 5K Walk/Run and a Kid's 1/2 mile run.
- Activities: Enjoy coffee, food, face painting, and more!
- Host: The event is hosted by Walk With You, a nonprofit organization.
- Purpose: All money raised will be used to further our mission.
Registration Details
- Age Requirement: Attendees aged 5 years and older are required to register for the 5K.
- Children: All children aged 4 and under attend for free.
- Registration for Kids: Please register children 4 and under for accurate counts.
- Activities: Ensure participation in various kid's activities by registering early.
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