Capital Pursuit 10-Mile
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Event overview
The Capital Pursuit 10-Mile is listed for Sunday, September 13, 2026, in Des Moines, Iowa, at 2816 Shoreline Road, 50320. The event includes multiple races:
- 10 Mile Race
- 4 Mile Race
- Junior Pursuit - Kids Run
The race is organized by the Capital Striders, a member club of the Road Runners Club of America. The 2026 edition is described as the event's 44th year. Some event details and dates are noted as not finalized or to be announced.
Registration and race information
Registration opens April 12, 2026. Listed entry fees include a base registration for the 10 Mile at $50 and for the 4 Mile at $40, with higher fees for later registration periods. Capital Striders members receive a $10 online registration discount. The Capital Pursuit offers free entry for elite runners who meet qualifying times for the 10-mile race: 56 minutes for men or 61 minutes for women, or equivalent performances within the past 15 months.
Several operational details remain to be announced, including the starting line, packet pickup, course hydration, awards, timeline, and swag. All 10 Mile and 4 Mile finishers will receive a finisher medal. The Pursuit Junior kids' races are free but require registration and a signed waiver; participants receive a t-shirt and a participation ribbon or medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
