When are most 10K races held in Des Moines?
September is the busiest month for 10K races in Des Moines, with 4 of the 14, followed by October with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Iowa · 10K
10K Races in Des Moines, Iowa
Every upcoming 10K around Des Moines, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
14 upcoming 10K races found · 2 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Des Moines races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 8, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (32) Des Moines, IAFrom $30Register Sun, Aug 23, 2026Summer Sizzler- Des Moines Des Moines, IAFrom $22Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (37) Des Moines, IAFrom $30Register Sat, Sep 26, 2026Run to Exile Des Moines, IAFrom $25Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026Midwest Greater Des Moines Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Des Moines, IAFrom $20Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Des Moines Des Moines, IAFrom $22Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Des Moines, IA (41) Des Moines, IAFrom $30Register Sun, Oct 18, 2026IMT Des Moines Marathon Des Moines, IAFrom $37Details Sun, Oct 18, 2026IMT Des Moines Marathon - Early Bird Des Moines, IAFrom $20Register Sat, Nov 14, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Des Moines, IA (46) Des Moines, IAFrom $30Register Sun, Nov 22, 2026Turkey Trails- Des Moines Des Moines, IAFrom $22Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (50) Des Moines, IAFrom $30Register Sat, Apr 17, 2027Drake Road Races Des Moines, IAFrom $30Details Sat, May 1, 2027Des Moines Women's Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Des Moines, IAFrom $45Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 10K in Des Moines
How much do Des Moines 10K races cost?
Entry fees for 10K races here run from $20 to about $45, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 10K in Des Moines?
2 of the 14 10K races in Des Moines already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Where can I train for a 10K in Des Moines?
Browse Des Moines run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.