Bodies Race Company - Des Moines

Des Moines, United States • 27 Sep 2026

Event overview

The Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Des Moines is scheduled for September 27, 2026, in Des Moines, IA (location TBD, postal code 50047). The event offers multiple distance options and additional formats:

  • 5k
  • 10k
  • Half Marathon
  • 1 Mile

Additional events include a Kid's Dash, a Volunteer then Run option, and a Virtual Run. Entry prices range from $17 to $50; youth pricing for the 5k/10k (ages 12 and under) is $17.

Registration, logistics, and awards

Race registrations for the 5k/10k/half include a custom bib, designer shirt, and custom finisher medal. The event provides chip timing with live results and awards, free photos, and snacks at the finish. Packet pickup on race day is scheduled for 6:30-7:45am. Virtual participants receive a digital bib, event shirt, finisher medal, and shipping; mailed packets ship the Wednesday after the race and participants may upload times starting the day of the event.

Age group awards are given for overall male and female, masters (40+), and top three male and female in age brackets from 10 & under through 80+. The 1 Mile, Kid's Dash, and Virtual events are untimed and do not qualify for age group awards. The event has a strict no-refund policy; events proceed in most weather and will only be canceled for venue requirements or hazardous ice, in which case entries will be transferred to virtual. Course maps are provided but may change. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
1 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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