Des Moines Spring 4-Mile
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Des Moines Spring 4-Miler : March 6, 2027
The Des Moines Spring 4-Miler returns for its third edition on March 6, 2027, in Waterworks Park in Des Moines, Iowa. The event features a single 4-mile race that is set to start near the Bill Riley Trail Bridge and follows both the large and the small loop in a counterclockwise direction before returning along the main stretch to the start. The course is described as flat and fast; certification is pending.
Organizers note the event is intended to provide a springtime benchmark effort. This edition moves from the traditional Sunday to Saturday. During registration participants are asked to join a team; a "No Team" option is available and new teams can be added during registration.
Registration details in the event listing show an opening date of May 31, 2026, and a closing date of June 15, 2026, with a registration fee of $15. The event includes on-site refreshments such as hot chocolate and donuts. Prize provisions allocate $100 to each of the top six male and top six female finishers, creating a total purse of $1,200 intended to support competitive racing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
