Drake Road Races
APR
18
2026
Join the 58th annual Drake Road Races on Saturday April 18 2026 as runners finish on the Blue Oval at Drake Stadium in Des Moines. Choose from half marathon 10k or 5k distances with in person and virtual options tied to the Drake Relays.
Sat 18 Apr 2026
Half Marathon
10 kilometers
5 kilometers
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Event overview
The Drake Road Races take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026. This is the 58th annual running of the event. Races are held in connection with the Drake Relays and include both in-person and virtual options. Each race finishes on the Blue Oval at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa.
Distances and fees
- Half Marathon - $70
- 10k - $50
- 5k - $35
- Virtual Half Marathon - $65; registration ends April 18, 2026
- Virtual 10k - $50; registration ends April 18, 2026
- Virtual 5k - $45; registration ends April 18, 2026
Location and event notes
The in-person events are based at Drake Stadium, Des Moines, IA. Prices are listed for each distance. Some events show registration deadlines that end on April 18, 2026. Additional event pages cover course, awards, race day information, and virtual event details. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Virtual Half Marathon
Virtual 5k
Virtual 10k
