8250 Horseshoe Road, Polk City IA
Friday, May 30th, 2025
🏃♂️ Iowa's Greatest Running Tradition
Since 1980, more than 130,000 runners have made running from the quiet and calm of the Saylorville Dam to the heat and high-rises of downtown Des Moines one of the greatest running traditions in central Iowa. Whether you’re a weekend warrior, a first-timer, or a diehard this iconic running event is for you.
🌉 Saylorville Dam
- Unique Experience: There is something unparalleled about standing on top of the Saylorville Dam and looking out at the high-rise buildings on the horizon knowing that you will conquer the distance in between.
- Scenic Route: After crossing the dam athletes will travel south through the fields and rural beauty of Polk County.
🏙️ Downtown Des Moines
- Course Path: Runners traverse I-35 at the Morningstar bridge and continue into the Northside Neighborhoods, along the Des Moines River at Birdland Park and enter into Downtown Des Moines.
- Grand Finish: Athletes will finish their half-marathon journey by crossing the Des Moines River and passing the World Food Prize Building.
- Post-Race Celebration: With the finish line behind you, there’s a huge party awaiting you at Cowles Commons across from The Des Moines Civic Center.
📅 Event Details
- Date: May 30, 2025
- Location: 8250 Horseshoe Road, Polk City, IA
- Register Here: Race Registration
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