Trail Running calendar near Johnston 2025-2026

The Equalizer Endurance Run is an inclusive running event held in Des Moines, IA, designed for both new and experienced runners to challenge themselves at ultra distances. The event features a unique age/sex 'equalizer' scoring system, allo..

Run or walk the Born to Run 5k or 1 mile fun run in Des Moines at Confluence Brewing Company to benefit Mary's Helping Hands. Family friendly with postrace perks and giveaways.

Test your limits at the Stuffed Turkey Endurance Races in Jester Park, Granger, Iowa on November 22 with trail options from 10 miles to a 100 mile ultra. Rolling hills, scenic singletrack, and full aid stations make for a memorable challeng..

Turkey Trails- Des Moines, organized by Bodies Race Company, takes place at Gray’s Lake Park in Des Moines, IA 50315 (2101 Fleur Dr). The Thanksgiving-themed event offers 1 mile, 5k, 10k, Kids Dash, Virtual Race, and a Volunteer-then-Run op..

Run the Center Trails in Des Moines on April 4, 2026 with 8 Mile and 4 Mile options in the Iowa Trail Run Series. Enjoy marked courses, basic timing, a rotating race item, plus post race food and sponsor giveaways.

Join Madison County Youth Council for a lively 4K fun run at the Madison County Fairgrounds in Winterset this April. Registration opens Jan 26 and early sign ups by March 22 get a guaranteed event tee.

Run at McFarland Park near Ames in the Iowa Trail Run Series as the sun sets, with scenic 5K and 10K trails across single track, prairie and gravel. Enjoy race swag, post race food and community fun while supporting park conservation.