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Heatwave Half Marathon - Des Moines
The Heatwave event on July 26, 2026 in Des Moines is a multi-distance running event held at Trestle Trail, 2339 Euclid Ave. It offers several race options and a virtual race with mailed packets.
Distances and event formats include:
- Kids Dash, 50 m, ages 10 and under
- 1 Mile, untimed fun run
- 5K, chip-timed with awards
- 10K, chip-timed with awards
- Half-Marathon, chip-timed with awards
- Half-Marathon Relay, team entries with individual registration
- Volunteer Then Run, volunteer shift before running any distance
- Virtual Race, run anywhere with shipped packet
- Running Buddy Half Marathon, participation requires prior approval
Most in-person running distances include a custom bib, designer shirt, and a finisher medal. The 1 Mile and Kids Dash are described as untimed; the Kids Dash includes a youth-sized shirt and a special kids medal. Youth pricing applies for certain distances; ages 12 and under are listed at $17 for applicable events.
Additional on-site services mentioned are chip-timing with live results for timed events, awards, free photos, and free ice cream at the finish. Virtual participants receive a digital bib, event shirt, finisher medal, and packet shipping; mailed packets ship the Wednesday after the race. Registration deadlines are noted for guaranteeing shirts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
