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Sunday, October 18th, 2026
400 Court Ave, Des Moines IA
Marathon · Half · 5K · 1 Mile
About this race
Race Overview
The IMT Des Moines Marathon advocates for individuals who actively participate in their health and wellness by engaging, coordinating, and providing community-related running events and initiatives.
Event Features
- Affordable Pricing: The IMT Des Moines Marathon has everything a major marathon has at a fraction of the price!
- Course: Our new flat and fast course gives runners a great opportunity to finally get the Boston Qualifier or PR.
- Runner SWAG: High-end runner SWAG and medals elevate the weekend to the next level.
- Support: Tons of spectator support throughout the route.
Race History
Since its inception in 2002, the IMT Des Moines Marathon has provided a positive image of Des Moines as a place to live, work, and play by offering race distances for athletes of all ages and abilities, including the IMT Des Moines Marathon & half marathon, Bankers Trust marathon relay, 5K, and a FREE Kids Run.
Awards and Recognition
- State Ranking: The IMT Des Moines Marathon has won several awards including the top marathon in the state.
- National Ranking: Top 20 marathons in the nation and many more!
- City Appeal: Come to Des Moines for a family friendly, affordable, and booming city.
- Course Quality: The new courses, debuting in 2024, are flat, fast, Boston Qualifiers, and spectator friendly.
Event Details
Date: 2026-10-18
Location: 400 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA
For more information, visit the official race page: IMT Des Moines Marathon.
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