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Walking Events Calendar near Norwalk 2026-2027

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Explore the top walking events near Norwalk for 2026-2027! We've gathered 19 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.

July 2026
Routes of 5K and 1K start at Imes Covered Bridge and wind through St Charles toward Madison County bridges. Packet pickup the evening before at Old Settlers Park and morning at Imes Covered Bridge; registrants by July 6 get a T shirt.
August 2026
The Adel Sweet Corn Festival offers walkers a 5K route through Adel along the parade route, starting near 215 N 11th St. The course passes hundreds of spectators alongside the running race and finishes at the start finish line.
The event offers an untimed 5K walk at Raccoon River Park in West Des Moines on a park course alongside the 5K run. Packet pick-up is available the day before at the park, and an after race party features food and live music.
September 2026
Walkers can join the 5k course starting at 2500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines. Event includes on site registration and shirt pickup and runs alongside run/walk/jog/wog entries with prize giveaways.
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Miles on a clear course at 2816 Shoreline Road, Des Moines; water is limited to lap ends and the finish and EMS is not on site.
Walkers can take the 3.5 Miles run/walk course on park trails at Quarry Springs Park, 200 North Park Road, Colfax IA, alongside the kayak and run events. Water is available on course and the route is expected to be walkable in about 2 hours 15 mi..
Walkers can join an in person or virtual 5K on the back loop of Water Works Park in Des Moines, a park loop course with family activities. The event also features a kids half mile run and a $30 registration fee; memorial yard signs line the route..
Walkers can join a 1 Miles community walk or a 3.1 Miles Run/Walk, both starting at 1 line Drive in Des Moines. Walks run alongside the running races and 100% of proceeds stay in Iowa to support those affected by prostate cancer.
Walkers use the certified 5K route from DMACC Ankeny Campus Parking Lot L2; registrants receive a bag, shirt, medal and breakfast items. Strollers and leashed dogs start at the back and kids have 50 yards or 100 yards Fun Run options.
The 5k walk is a 3.1 Miles route starting at 2500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines. Registration costs $35.00 and includes a shirt, medal and brunch.
October 2026
Walkers are welcome at 2816 Shoreline Road, Des Moines; courses are local and welcoming, with limited water stations at the end of each lap and helpful race staff.
Walkers follow the 5K course at Iowa Arboretum and Gardens with packet pickup at the Cafferty Building; they may start when ready and keep their own time, and dogs are welcome under leash and vaccination rules.
Walk options include 2 Miles and the 3.1 Miles Run/Walk, both starting at McAninch Sports Complex (200 Wright Rd) and routing through Norwalk. Packet pick up is at Norwalk Area Chamber or on race day at the complex; route maps are provided.
November 2026
Walkers can choose 5K or 10K from 2816 Shoreline Road Des Moines on a clear course with limited water at lap ends and no onsite EMS; bring personal supplies.
Walkers may participate in the chip timed 5K on the DMACC Ankeny Campus course with a 1 hour 20 minute time limit. Water stations provide water, strollers must start at the back of the starting corral, and on site packet pick up may have a 15 min..
December 2026
Walkers can follow a 3k course at Confluence Brewing Company in Des Moines alongside the running races. The in person event finishes at the brewery and includes a finish line celebration.
Walkers can use the 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Miles routes from 2816 Shoreline Road, Des Moines IA on clear marked courses with limited water at lap ends and a small race staff.
May 2027
Walkers can choose a 5K route at Gray's Lake Park in Des Moines or a shorter 1K family walk for children and those seeking less challenge. Walkers join alongside the running races and will find food, drinks and music on site.
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