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Drake Road Races

April 17, 2027 · 7:30 AMDes Moines, Iowa, United States

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Race Day

48°F

Feels cool

Total elevation gain

295ft

Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +0 ft

Participants

3,600

Medium-sized race

Crowd Rating

7/ 10

Excellent spectator turnout

The Lowdown

The Drake Road Races open Drake Relays Week in Des Moines, Iowa, with a half marathon, 10K and 5K. All three start at Bulldog Plaza outside Drake Stadium and finish inside the stadium on the Blue Oval. The half marathon runs through the Waterbury and Beaverdale neighborhoods on a closed course, while the 5K and 10K are flat and fast. The 58th edition in April 2026 drew more than 3,600 road racers, a record. The 59th edition is set for April 17, 2027.

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