Des Moines Marathon
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IMT Des Moines Marathon : Des Moines, IA
The IMT Des Moines Marathon is a multi-distance running event held in Des Moines, Iowa on October 18, 2026. The event takes place at 400 Court Ave and includes races spanning youth and adult distances.
Distances offered include:
- 26.2 Miles IMT Des Moines Marathon
- 13.1 Miles IMT Des Moines Half Marathon
- 26.2 Miles Bankers Trust Marathon Relay
- 6.2 Miles 10K Road Race
- 3.1 Miles Local 5 5K
- 1 Mile Free Kids Run presented by Des Moines Children's Museum
Organizers describe the course layout, introduced in 2024, as flat and fast and suited to runners pursuing Boston qualifying times. The weekend includes finisher medals and runner swag. The route features spectator support along multiple sections.
Registration windows and fees listed by the organizer include early registration that opens August 4, 2025 and closes October 27, 2025 for the main races, with registration fees such as $75.00 for the marathon and $55.00 for the half marathon. The Free Kids Run has a separate short registration window in October 2025 and no registration fee.
Since 2002 the event has been presented as a community running weekend intended to highlight Des Moines and provide a range of race options. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
