Bodies Race Company - Des Moines

Event overview

The Heatwave Half Marathon - Des Moines takes place on July 26, 2026, in Des Moines, IA. The exact race location is listed as TBD. The event offers multiple distances and formats with a stated price range of $17 to $42.

• Kids Dash (ages 10 and under, untimed)
• 1 Mile (untimed)
• 5 K
• 10 K
• Half-Marathon
• Half-Marathon Relay
• Volunteer Then Run
• Virtual Race

Registration and race features

Timed events use chip timing and live results. Registration for 5K/10K/Half and relay includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal. 1 Mile and the Kid's Dash are untimed and include a shirt and medal sized for youth. Registrations include free photos and Kona Ice at the finish. Packet pickup is available on race day about one and a half hours before the race. The organizer notes a cutoff to guarantee a shirt if registrants register by a stated deadline before race day.

Virtual participants may run any day and submit results online. Virtual registration includes a digital bib, event shirt, finisher medal, and packet shipping. Virtual packets are mailed and are scheduled to ship the Wednesday after the race.

Awards and policies

Awards for the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon include male and female overall, male and female masters (40+), and top three male and female finishers in standard age divisions from 10 & under through 80+. Kid's Dash, 1-Mile, and Virtual events are untimed and do not qualify for age group awards. The event has a no-refund policy and proceeds in most weather conditions; cancellation occurs only for venue requirements or ice hazards. The course is subject to change. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.