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The Blazing 5k is a fast road 5K in Des Moines, Iowa, held in Water Works Park starting from the George Flagg Parkway area. It is considered the fastest 5K in the Midwest and also functions as the USATF Iowa Road 5K State Championship. The event includes an open 5K with no time limit, alongside distinct elite women's and men's races with qualifying times of 20:00 and 16:30, respectively.

The Mayor's Run for the Trails offers a 0.62-mile kids' dash (ages 2-5) and a 0.62-mile run around the lake (ages 6-10), complete with mini bibs, youth shirts, and medals. Kids can also run the 5K with a registered adult for free. The chip-timed 5K for adults includes a short-sleeve dri-fit t-shirt. Post-race food, age-group awards, and raffle prizes will be available. Packet pickup is at Crown Point Community Center or on race morning.

To Grandmother's House We Go takes runners into Brown's Woods on dirt trails near Des Moines. This fall trail race offers 5K, 10K, and 15K distances, all beginning at 9:00 AM. The terrain features both singletrack and double-track paths. The race structure is straightforward: the 5K completes the outer loop once, the 10K twice, and the 15K three times. Walkers are welcome, particularly for the shorter distances. The course remains open for three hours. Proceeds benefit Des Moines dirt trails, the Stewards of Browns Woods, and the Capital Striders. Dogs are prohibited on the course during the event due to insurance regulations.

RUNorwalk begins in the Warrior Stadium parking lot at Norwalk High School on Wright Road in Norwalk, Iowa, held in October. Participants can choose a 5K run or walk, a 10K run, a 2-mile walk, or a kids' fun run, accommodating both serious racers and families. Chip timing is provided, with cash and other prizes awarded for the 5K run only. Packets can be picked up at Norwalk Area Chamber locations, and race-day pickup and registration are also options. The 5K and 10K follow established routes originating from the high school area, with results available online post-race. Children aged 8 and under may participate in a complimentary fun run following the main events without prior registration. Leashed dogs are permitted for runners, though bicycles are prohibited. The race proceeds regardless of weather conditions, and participants are encouraged to donate canned or non-perishable food items to the Norwalk Food Pantry.

Turkey Trails- Des Moines is a Thanksgiving-themed race at Gray's Lake Park in Des Moines, Iowa. It offers a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 1 mile, and Kids Dash. The main races are chip-timed with live results, overall awards, masters awards, and age-group awards. The 1 Mile, Kids Dash, and virtual option are untimed. The event is designed for families and regular runners, with youth pricing for the 5K and 10K and a Kids Dash for children 10 and under. The race day setup is straightforward: packet pickup is available that morning. The Kids Dash starts just before the main races, and results are posted near the registration tent after the finish. Most in-person entries include a custom bib, designer shirt, and finisher medal. The Kids Dash receives a mini bib, youth shirt, and a kid-specific medal. Finishers receive free photos and pie at the finish line. The event also provides an after-party and a virtual race option for those who want the shirt and medal without traveling to Des Moines.

The Festive Pines 5K is a holiday-themed 5K race held at Walnut Ridge Tree Farm in Indianola, Iowa. The course winds through the farm’s pine tree acreage. A shorter Pine K 1K Walk/Run is also available, offering families and walkers an option within the Christmas setting that does not cover the full 5K distance. The two distances utilize separate pine groves. 1K participants veer off early around a pine tree field, while 5K runners proceed toward the northern groves. Spectators can remain in the event area. The barn serves as the location for post-race activities, featuring Santa photo opportunities, coffee and cocoa provided by Crimson Anchor Coffee Roasters, cookies from Hy-Vee, and therapy and stretching services from Select Physical. A portion of the proceeds and donations benefits Helping Hand in Indianola, an organization that assists local residents with food, clothing, household items, personal care products, and other essential needs.

The Candy Cane Course in Cedar Falls offers a Christmas-themed run with 5K and 12K road races, a 1 Mile option, a kids' dash, and a virtual race. The 5K and 12K use chip timing with live results. The 1 Mile and kids' dash are untimed, suitable for those seeking a holiday run without a focus on results. The course features rolling hills within Iowa's Driftless Area, differing from a flat city loop. All finishers receive holiday-themed items: the 5K, 12K, and 1 Mile include a custom bib, designer shirt, and medal. The kids' dash provides a mini bib, youth shirt, and a medal for younger participants. Children aged 10 and under can enter the kids' dash; they may run without charge if they forgo the swag. The event also provides free photos, finish-line treats, reduced pricing for ages 12 and under, and a shirt guarantee for early registrants.

The Drake Road Races are a running event in Des Moines, Iowa, held annually just before the Drake Relays. On the same morning, participants can choose from 5K, 10K, and half marathon races. Runners finish on the Blue Oval inside Drake Stadium, the track also used for the Drake Relays. Virtual options for all three distances are available, allowing participation without running the Des Moines course.

Iowa, show your spirit for America and our service members. This event supports veterans, youth, and communities. Wear your most patriotic costume, or walk or run alongside others celebrating those who defend America. Enjoy food, drinks, and music afterwards.