When are most marathons held in Des Moines?
October is the busiest month for Marathon races in Des Moines, with 2 of the 4. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Iowa · Marathon
2026-2027 Marathons in Des Moines, Iowa
Every upcoming Marathon 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.
4 upcoming marathons found
Sat, Nov 14, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Des Moines, IA (46) Des Moines, IAFrom $95Register Sat, Mar 13, 2027Des Moines St. Paddy's Half Marathon, 5K & Marathon Run/Walk Des Moines, IAFrom $100Details Sun, Oct 3, 2027The Blazing Marathon Des Moines, IAFrom $30Details Sun, Oct 17, 2027IMT Des Moines Marathon - Early Bird Des Moines, IAFrom $85Details
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 Oct 25, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a Marathon in Des Moines
Where can I train for a Marathon in Des Moines?
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