Find Running Events in Iowa

Iowa offers a vibrant running scene with popular race venues like Des Moines and Iowa City hosting major marathons and lively community events throughout the year. Runners can enjoy diverse terrain ranging from scenic river trails to charming small-town streets, making every race a unique experience. With a strong racing culture and seasonal events that celebrate both competitive and fun runs, Iowa is a must-visit destination for runners of all levels.

Find Running Events in Iowa

Find Running Events in Iowa

Des-Moines, IA(17 events)

Couple Shuffle - Des Moines

Des Moines Spring 4-miler

Time To Paddy 5k/10k & Lucky 13.1 - Des Moines

Des Moines St. Paddy's Half Marathon, 5k & Marathon Run/walk

Iowa Trail Run Series: Center Trails

Iowa Trail Run Series

Bettendorf, IA(7 events)

Holiday 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon At Middle Park, Bettendorf, Ia (51) 80

Medal Madness 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon At Middle Park, Bettendorf, Ia (01) 80

Viking 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon At Middle Park, Bettendorf, Ia (08) 80

Medal Madness 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon At Middle Park, Bettendorf, Ia (12) 80

Pirate 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon At Middle Park, Bettendorf, Ia (16) 80

Luau 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon At Middle Park, Bettendorf, Ia (20) 80

Des Moines, IA(4 events)

Wellmark Ymca Red Flannel Run

Cupid's Chase 5k Des Moines

Des Moines Women's Half Marathon, 10k, 5k + Team Relay

2026 Market To Market Relay Iowa

Polk City, IA(2 events)

Candy Cane Course - Des Moines

Emc Dam To Dsm

Waterloo, IA(2 events)

Death By 5k Waterloo

John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum 5k

Altoona, IA(1 event)

Ames, IA(1 event)

Ankeny, IA(1 event)

Boone, IA(1 event)

Cedar Falls, IA(1 event)

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA(1 event)

Cedar-Falls, IA(1 event)

Coon-Rapids, IA(1 event)

Council Bluffs, IA(1 event)

Davenport, IA(1 event)

Dubuque, IA(1 event)

Dyersville, IA(1 event)

Harpers Ferry, IA(1 event)

Indianola, IA(1 event)

Iowa City, IA(1 event)

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