Midwest Greater Des Moines Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

On Sunday September 20, 2026, the city of Des Moines will host the Midwest Greater DSM Half Marathon Series (formerly the HyVee Half Marathon) again with a co-ed format.

Each event will offer a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and our popular Kids One Mile Fun Run for our youngest competitors. Starting and finishing just steps from the Polk County Courthouse on Court Avenue in the heart of downtown Des Moines, Iowa!

🎉 Event Details

• Location: 420 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA
• Date: September 20, 2026
• Events: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Kids One Mile Fun Run
• Website: Run Sign Up

👶 Youth Participation

Returning for 2026: Each Half Marathon, 10K, 5K event produced by Premier Event Management will again offer an exciting youth event in each market.

• Kids One Mile Fun Run: Starts and finishes from our main finish line structure making the Kids event something extra special on race morning.
• Ages: Children from ages 5 to 15 are encouraged to participate.
• Encouragement: Join mom and/or dad on race morning for a lifelong lifestyle change!