Embrace the Race 5K
West Des Moines, United States • 7 Jun 2026
Embrace the Race 5k : West Des Moines, June 7, 2026
Embrace the Race 5k promotes health equity, spreads cultural awareness, and seeks to unite the local community. The event is presented as an inclusive movement race where people of all abilities, socio-economic backgrounds, and cultures are welcome. The race is untimed and does not collect official results to keep the focus on participation rather than competition.
The venue area includes accessible parking and trails intended to accommodate strollers, wheelchairs, bikes, and other mobility modalities. The park surrounding the route features an inclusive playground and a dog park adjacent to the trail.
Organizers plan to highlight organizations committed to inclusion, health equity, and unity, and to provide space for reflection on how abilities, race, culture, and background shape individual experiences. Race day activities include on-site packet pick up prior to the event and a schedule of community programs such as children storytime readings by local authors, an inclusive warm up, and speakers with American Sign Language interpretation.
A live DJ will provide music during the event, featuring a curated playlist described as socially conscious and uplifting, and a designated dance area will accompany the music. The event aims to create opportunities for conversation and connection across diverse groups. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.