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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.

20 upcoming 10K races found · 7 with finish-time stats

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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.

Largest field249 finishersTurkey Trails- Des Moinesin the 5K
Sat, Sep 12, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (37) Des Moines, IA5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Register Sat, Sep 26, 2026Run to Exile Des Moines, IA10K5K1 MileFrom $25Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026Midwest Greater Des Moines Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Des Moines, IAHalf Marathon10K5K1 MileFrom $20Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Des Moines Des Moines, IA50m1 Mile5K10KFrom $22Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Des Moines, IA (41) Des Moines, IA5K10KHalf MarathonMarathonFrom $30Register Sun, Oct 18, 2026IMT Des Moines Marathon Des Moines, IAMarathonHalf Marathon5K1 MileFrom $40Details Sun, Oct 18, 2026IMT Des Moines Marathon - Early Bird Des Moines, IAMarathonHalf Marathon10K5KFrom $20Register Sat, Nov 14, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Des Moines, IA (46) Des Moines, IA5K10KHalf MarathonMarathonFrom $30Register Sun, Nov 22, 2026Turkey Trails- Des Moines Des Moines, IA50m1 Mile5K10KFrom $22Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Yeti Endurance 5K, 10K, & 15K Des Moines, IA5K10K15KFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (50) Des Moines, IA5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Register Sun, Jan 31, 2027Time Travel Half-Marathon/5K/10K - Des Moines Des Moines, IA100m1 Mile5K10KFrom $22Details Sun, Mar 14, 2027Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 - Des Moines Des Moines, IA1 Mile5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $22Details Sat, Apr 17, 2027Drake Road Races Des Moines, IAHalf Marathon10K5KFrom $30Details Sun, Apr 25, 2027DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Des Moines Des Moines, IA50m1 Mile5K10KFrom $22Details Sat, May 1, 2027Des Moines Women's Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Des Moines, IAHalf Marathon10K5K10KFrom $45Details Sun, May 30, 2027Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Des Moines Des Moines, IA1 Mile5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $22Details Sun, Jun 27, 2027Treat Trot Des Moines Des Moines, IA5K10K15KFrom $22Details Sun, Jul 11, 2027Heatwave Half Marathon/5K/10K - Des Moines Des Moines, IA50m1 Mile5K10KFrom $22Details Sun, Aug 15, 2027Summer Sizzler- Des Moines Des Moines, IA5K10K15KFrom $22Details

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 Sep 10, 2026.

Common Questions About Running a 10K in Des Moines

When are most 10K races held in Des Moines?

September is the busiest month for 10K races in Des Moines, with 4 of the 20, followed by October with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

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?

3 of the 20 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.

Are Des Moines 10K races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 7 10K races in Des Moines with published results, the typical median finish is around 1:03:26, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.

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.