Running with Straws 5K

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2026

A community 5k in West Des Moines that includes a short informational segment about straws and a mixed run walk jog wog format, followed by prize giveaways. Entry fees are specified for adults, children, and dogs.

Sun 6 Sep 2026

West Des Moines, Iowa

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RUNNING WITH STRAWS 5k

RUNNING WITH STRAWS 5k takes place on September 6, 2026 at 2500 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, IA. The event combines an on-site shirt pick up and registration with a short informational segment titled "why straws? what's a wog?".

The main activity is a run/walk/jog/wog over the 5k distance. Prize giveaways follow the event. Registration fees are listed for adults, children, and dogs: $35 for adults, $20 for kids 12 and under, and $5 for dogs.

Registrations completed by August 21 qualify for a guaranteed shirt. Registration opens July 8, 2026 and closes September 6, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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