The Des Moines Donut Mile

Take on the challenge of inhaling a delicious glazed DONUT HOLE before each quarter mile lap of The Des Moines Donut Mile! Spectators are invited to participate in more pleasurable donut eating, along with spraying their loved one who is participating with water guns.  This is a family-friendly event open to all! Children under the […]

Fun Run/Walk at Kalona Days

Check-In/Registration at Kalona Chamber, 514 B Ave.T-shirts will be given to all pre-registered runners. T-shirts guaranteed tofirst 25 runners the morning of the race.Trophies will be awarded to the top male and female in the 1 Mile and 5K.Medals will be given to the top 3 places in each division. More Kalona Days information at […]

Safe In The Sun Run

 In The Sun is a non-profit charity run based in Story County, IA, formed by a Stage 4 melanoma survivor Jordan Hauck (Owner and Founder of Crown Cover UPF clothing), melanoma survivor Megan Burt (Doctor of Physical Therapy- Ames Performance Physical Therapy) , and Dermatologist Dr. Leslie Christenson (McFarland Clinic), working to raise melanoma and […]

Beer & Bagel Run

The Beer & Bagel Run is 4(ish) miles of off road running over challenging terrain. Forget the crazy antics, insane price tags, colored powders, glow sticks, smelly mud, or man-made obstacles. At Beer & Bagel we let Mother Nature do the work: Rugged and untamed trails, the way running was meant to be.   At […]

Hy Noon Kiwanis Storm the Lake Triathlon/Duathlon

The annual Hy Noon Kiwanis Storm the Lake triathlon/duathlon is a charity event for Storm Lake Hy Noon Kiwanis Youth projects. Join other athletes at beautiful Storm Lake, IA King’s Pointe Waterpark and Resort. Swim in the protected bay, bike around the lake and run along the lake finishing at the flower lined path. All […]

St. Joseph Fun Days 5k

Celebrate the start of St. Joseph Fun Days by participating in the 5K  Race or Kids Fun Run on the evening of May 30th!  This year’s event will kick off with a Kids Fun Run for children 10 and under at 6:30PM, followed by the 5K Race at 7:00PM.  For the 5K race prizes will […]

Iowa Trail Run Series-Annett Nature Center

We’re back at Warren County Parks’ Annett Nature Center for a beautiful trail run. Race, relax, and enjoy the beautiful summer morning through the gravel paths, dirt trails, and prairie grass.  $3 from every registration goes to support the Friends of Warren County Parks. 

Iowa Trail Run Series-Midsummer Night’s Run

Your parents always told you not to play in the woods at night, right? Now’s your chance to give it a go! Take on the challenge of a one loop 5K or complete two loops for a 10K at Peterson Park just outside of Ames. There’s a great mix of single track trail, prairie, and […]

Iowa Trail Run Series-Ledges

Ledges State Park 1515 P Ave, Madrid, IA 50156 Do you like to climb stairs? You will when you’re done experiencing Ledges’ famous hilly loops through scenic forest that features more steps than we care to count, two creek crossings, and one heck of a way to start your summer!  $3 from every registration goes to support the […]

Iowa Trail Run Series-Sugar Bottom

Sugar Bottom Rec Area 2192 Mehaffey Bridge Rd NE, Solon, IA 52333 The genesis of the Iowa Trail Run Series started years ago at Sugar Bottom! It’s a great mix of technical, fast, and climbing all in one perfect setting on the Coralville Reservoir! Choose from the Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K distances. $3 from every registration […]