Girls on the Run 5K - Des Moines
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Girls on the Run 5K Presented by EMC Insurance
The Girls on the Run 5K takes place in Des Moines on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Principal Park. The event is an end-of-season 5K that brings program participants and community runners together for a celebratory finish-line experience.
This registration is not for Girls on the Run participants or coaches; those participants and coaches are already registered. The 5K is open to runners and walkers from the community. Participation supports Girls on the Run programming across central Iowa, which aims to help girls feel joyful, healthy, and confident.
Packet pick-up is scheduled for Friday, May 15 from 4 to 6 PM at Walnut Creek Y, and on Sunday, May 17 starting at 12:30 PM at Principal Park. The closing 5K gives program participants a tangible sense of accomplishment and a memorable completion experience at the end of each season.
Additional event details note a community registration option labeled for 5K participants, including community runners and sparkle runners. The event location is listed as Principal Park, 1 Line Dr., Des Moines, IA 50309. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
