Question 1

How many races in Iowa are there between 2026 and 2027?

Accepted Answer

There are 5 upcoming races in Iowa listed on 42Cal, from October 2026 through September 2027. The count updates automatically as races are added.

Question 2

When is the best time for races in Iowa?

Accepted Answer

Most of the 5 races on this list (3 of them) fall in April and July 2027.

Question 3

Which race in this list has the least elevation gain?

Accepted Answer

NewBo Run Half Marathon in Cedar Rapids is the flattest race on this list, with about 180 ft of total elevation gain — based on the 5 of 5 races here with elevation data on file.

Question 4

How current is this list?

Accepted Answer

This list was last refreshed on October 6, 2026. Race dates, locations, and course details are updated continuously as organizers confirm changes, so this page reflects the calendar as of that date.

Race	Date	Location	Distance	Elevation	Status
IMT Des Moines Marathon	October 2026	Des Moines, United States	Marathon	91 m	Registration Open
Drake Road Races	April 2027	Des Moines, United States	Half Marathon	90 m	Registration Open
Cedar Rapids Marathon	April 2027	Cedar Rapids, United States	Marathon	236 m	Registration Open
Quad-City Times Bix 7	July 2027	Davenport, United States	Other	110 m	Opening Soon
NewBo Run Half Marathon	September 2027	Cedar Rapids, United States	Half Marathon	55 m	Opening Soon

Races in Iowa 2026–2027

Upcoming Races in Iowa 2026–2027

IMT Des Moines Marathon

Drake Road Races

Cedar Rapids Marathon

Quad-City Times Bix 7

NewBo Run Half Marathon

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