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Summer Sizzler- Des Moines

Des Moines, IA

Sun, Aug 15, 2027

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When

Sunday, August 15th, 2027

Where

TBD, Des Moines IA

Distances

5K · 10K · 15K

Typical weather

On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years

2025

6675°F

dry

2024

5980°F

dry

2023

80100°F

dry

2022

6184°F

dry

2021

7394°F

dry

2020

7293°F

dry

2019

6078°F

dry

2018

5976°F

dry

2017

5578°F

dry

2016

6681°F

dry

Best months to race in Iowa

Race-day forecast · Sunday, Aug 15

Cloudy · 5777°F

Sunday, Aug 15starts near 57°F · 0% chance of rain · wind up to 5 mph

About this race

Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k

Join us for the annual Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k! A fun summer event that is perfect for the whole family.

Event Highlights

  • Great Swag: designer shirt & custom medal
  • Chip-timing: with live results and awards
  • Free photos: capture your memories during the race
  • Treats: delicious treats waiting at the finish line

Additional Event Features

  • Kona Ice: FREE Kona Ice available
  • Fun for everyone: plenty of fun activities!
  • Grab your friends: you are not going to want to miss this one!
  • Virtual option: run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

Youth Pricing

Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!

  • 5k/10k/15k: registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!
  • 1 Mile: registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!
  • Kid's Dash: fun, untimed dash for kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal!

Registration Information

Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

Team Registration

🏁🏅Create a team, or join an existing team during registration. Once 4 people have registered on that team, all team members will be refunded $5. Once ten people register, another $5 will be refunded for a total of $10!

Event Details

Date: 2027-08-15

Location: TBD, Des Moines, IA

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Hotels for race weekend

Live prices near the start line, Aug 14 – 16, 2027.

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