About the Des Moines St. Paddy's Half Marathon, 5K & Marathon Run/Walk
This is a St. Paddy's Day-themed race routed through Des Moines, so expect green in the crowd and on the course. Several distance options mean you will see a wide range of runners out there, from those pushing a fast half or full to folks doing an easy morning 5K. The race has a festive edge, but it is still a timed event with a real course.
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Distances & Start Times
5K3/13/2027 08:15$37
5K3/13/2027 08:15$37
13.1 Miles3/13/2027 07:50$70
26.2 Miles3/13/2027 07:50$100
5K3/13/2027 08:15$60
13.1 Miles3/13/2027 07:50$120
26.2 Miles3/13/2027 07:50$150
5K3/13/2027 08:15$13
100m3/13/2027 08:00Free
5K3/13/2027 08:30$37
13.1 Miles3/13/2027 07:45$70
26.2 Miles3/13/2027 07:45$100
3.1 Miles3/13/2027 08:15$46
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