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Iowa Walking Events Calendar 2026-2027
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Explore the best walking events in Iowa for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 83 great walks across the region. Find your next walk in Iowa below and join the walking community at these great events!
September 2026
Walkers can choose 3.1 Miles or 1 Miles routes from 220 34th Avenue, Sheldon IA, alongside the running races. Register by August 12 to guarantee an event T Shirt; participants receive a race bib and post race refreshments and 100% of proceeds..
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.
The 5K walk starts at the corner of Main Street and Water Street by DG. The road course leads onto a paved trail toward Big Rock Golf Course and returns into downtown Fayette to finish on Main Street, with runners and walkers on the same course.
Walkers can choose 5k, 10k, or Half Marathon routes starting along 5th Avenue South in Historic Downtown Clinton. Routes follow Riverview Drive along Mississippi and include hill climbs to Eagle Point Park with scenic river overlooks.
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..
A 1 Mile family walk from Imperial Lanes, 1823 S Washington Blvd, Camanche, IA, suitable for all ages with children 10 and under free. T shirts can be picked up Saturday at Speak Out or at the venue on event day, and pets are not allowed.
The 5K walk begins and ends at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake and follows part of Storm Lake. No dogs, inline skates, skateboards, scooters, bikes or ebikes on course; children in strollers do not need registration.
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 take the Bridge Walk of 1.5 Miles, an untimed route that crosses the Great River Bridge and offers direct views of the Mighty Mississippi. The course begins and finishes at the Port of Burlington at 400 N. Front Street and carries a $..
Self timed 5K and 1 mile walks at Wapsi River Center on trails through forests and prairies, includes t shirt and refreshments.
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.
Walk options include 5K and 1 Mile courses at Ely City Park in Ely, IA. Day of packet pick-up, check-in, and start and finish are at the park; pre-registered participants may receive a Fall Fest t-shirt (guaranteed if registered by Aug 28) an..
Walkers follow a flat, chip timed 5K out and back course starting at Lisbon City Park on South Jackson Street, with a water station before the halfway turnaround. A kids 1 Mile fun run and playground offer family friendly options.
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 event features untimed walks of 3 mile and 1 mile on a scenic trail around Hickory Grove Lake, starting at Snow Bunting Lodge. Dogs are welcome and the walk raises funds for Chase Away K9 Cancer in memory of a beloved dog lost to bone can..
The Mental Health Matters 5K walk starts at Stillwater Coffee, 1275 North Center Point Rd in Hiawatha and follows a community course. The walk is held alongside the run as a memorial event promoting mental health awareness and community support.
The 5K walk starts at the Guttenberg Area Veterans Memorial at Main Street and River Park Drive and follows scenic riverfront paths along the Mississippi River.
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 can take the 5K route starting at the Yacht Club on Main Ave and S. Shore, following South Shore Drive with a turnaround at the Eastridge Condos on S. Lakeview Drive. Refreshments include complimentary champagne at the turnaround and fini..