Greater Des Moines Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Midwest Greater Des Moines Half Marathon, 10K & 5K takes place on Sunday, September 27, 2026, in Des Moines, Iowa (50309). The City of Des Moines hosts the Greater Des Moines stop of the Midwest Half Marathon Series. Races start and finish steps from the Polk County Courthouse on Court Avenue in downtown Des Moines. Premier Event Management produces the half marathon, 10K, and 5K events.
Distances and entry details
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- Kid's One Mile Fun Run
- Virtual Half Marathon
- Virtual 10K
- Virtual 5K
Entry fees listed on the event page are: Half Marathon $75; 10K $40; 5K $30; Kid's One Mile Fun Run $20; Virtual Half $45; Virtual 10K $45; Virtual 5K $35. The Half Marathon is open to ages 12 and older. The Kid's One Mile Fun Run is open to ages 5 to 15 and starts and finishes at the main finish line structure used by the other races.
The event location listed for on-site contact is Hy-Vee Store at 420 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309. Results and past event records are available for previous years. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
