Girls on the Run 5K - Des Moines
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Event Overview
The Girls on the Run 5K Presented by EMC Insurance takes place at Principal Park in Des Moines. This event serves as a celebratory conclusion to the Girls on the Run season, providing program participants of all ability levels a tangible sense of accomplishment through completion. While program participants and coaches are pre-registered, the event is open to the general public.
Participants may choose to run or walk the course as community runners. Those joining as community runners, 5K buddies, or sparkle runners help support programs for girls throughout central Iowa. The event focuses on fostering confidence and health among participants, aiming for a joyful finish line experience.
Logistics
The event route and activities are centered at Principal Park. Registered participants can collect their event materials during scheduled packet pick-up times:
- Friday, May 15 at the Walnut Creek Y.
- Sunday, May 17 at Principal Park.
The available distance for this event is:
- 5K
Registration for community members is open to anyone wishing to participate in the end-of-season celebration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
