Big Creek State Park, Polk City IA
Sunday, December 21st, 2025
🎄 Candy Cane Course Overview
Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
🏅 Race Features
- Great Swag: designer shirt & custom medal
- Chip-timing: live results and awards
- Free photos: memories to cherish
- Delicious Treats: waiting at the finish line
🎉 Fun for Everyone
- Grab your friends and family: you are not going to want to miss this one!
- Virtual Race Option: Can't make the race? Run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
- Youth Pricing: 5k/12k for ages 12 & Under are only $22!
- 5k/12k Registration: includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
👟 Special Events
- 1 Mile Registration: untimed, includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- Kid's Dash: fun, untimed dash for kiddos ages 10 and under, includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a medal!
- Free Participation: If your child wants to run the kid's dash without SWAG, they are welcome to join us for free!
- Shirt Guarantee: Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day to guarantee your shirt!
🌟 Event Details
For more information and to register, visit Candy Cane Course - Des Moines.
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