Des Moines St. Paddy's Marathon
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Event overview
The Des Moines St. Paddy's Half Marathon, 5K & Marathon Run/Walk takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2026 in Des Moines, IA (E Locust St. & Pennsylvania Ave., 50309). The event includes in-person and virtual options. Standard online registration closes March 12, 2026. Race schedule and packet pick-up details are provided on the event website.
Distances, entries and charity
- 5K Run/Walk
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
- Kid's Division 5K Fun Run (untimed)
- Kids 100 Meter Dash
- 5K Virtual Run
- Half Marathon Virtual Run
- Marathon Virtual Run
Entry pricing listed on the event page shows the 5K at $44.99, the half marathon at $99.99, and the marathon at $124.99; extended online registration prices are higher. The kid's 5K entry price listed is $12.99 and includes an untimed bib, a shamrock cookie and a finisher pint glass. The Kids 100 Meter Dash is open to children 8 and under and is listed at no charge; it includes a finisher ribbon. Virtual race registration periods are listed for each virtual distance.
Sponsors named for the event include AllCommunityEvents.com and Best Buddies. Best Buddies is described as an organization dedicated to ending social, physical and economic isolation of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Donation options to Best Buddies are provided on the event donation page. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.