The signature event of the weekend, our half marathon is packed with on-course entertainment and strong women. Starting with a lap through the high-rise buildings of downtown Des Moines and ending in one of America’s largest urban parks, this course has a little something for everyone. Running through the shadow of the skyline and downtown’s newest neighborhood- check. A loop around the lake- yep. The downtown arboretum in full bloom… you get the idea.
Looking for an extra challenge? Consider running the Des Moines Women’s Race Double by registering for the Saturday night 5K AND Sunday morning Half Marathon for double the swag and fun! See details below.
2027 SWAG ITEMS TO BE ANNOUNCED
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
Timed Race Bib
Finisher Medal
Official Finisher Jacket
Complimentary Glass of Wine from Jasper Winery (must be 21+)
Official Des Moines Women’s Race Wine Glass
RACE RESOURCES
After making its debut in 2021, our Sunday morning 10K is officially back on the roads for this year’s event. Our 10K course has just the right amount of challenge and features one of the most stunning routes imaginable. Your 6.2 miles will follow the same route as our half marathon, starting through the high-rise buildings of downtown before crossing both bridges inside Gray’s Lake and finishing with a loop through the flowering bushes of the Arie den Boer Arboretum.
Looking for an extra challenge? Consider running the Des Moines Women’s Race Double by registering for the Saturday night 5K AND Sunday morning 10K for double the swag and fun! See details below.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
Timed Race Bib
Finisher Medal
Official Athlete Shirt
Complimentary Glass of Wine from Jasper Winery (must be 21+)
Official Des Moines Women’s Race Wine Glass
RACE RESOURCES
2027 SWAG ITEMS TO BE ANNOUNCED
Since 2023, we’ve partnered up with Des Moines Girl for our 5K Saturday night celebration of female empowerment and strength. Held annually at Jasper Winery, this event brings together women of all ages and abilities to participate in a scenic 5K race through the trails and roads surrounding the winery in downtown Des Moines. The event includes post-race festivities such as live music and wine on the lawn of Jasper, making it a fun and inclusive event for all. But don’t wait until the evening to join us. Events to get you moving will be taking place all day long (free of charge) during packet pick up including a braid bar, yoga + meditation on the lawn, and outdoor spin classes!
Check out more on Des Moines Girl
2027 SWAG ITEMS TO BE ANNOUNCED
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
Timed Race Bib
Finisher Medal
Official Athlete Shirt
Complimentary Glass of Wine from Jasper Winery (must be 21+)
Official Des Moines Women’s Race Wine Glass
RACE RESOURCES
8-WEEK TRAINING PLAN
A ‘we want more’ kind of attitude. Whether you are looking for the extra challenge or more weekend fun the DSMWHM Double events are where it’s at. Double the races, double the swag. There are two options to choose from:
Saturday Night 5K + Sunday Morning 10K - in person only
Saturday Night 5K + Sunday Morning Half Marathon - in person only
Achieving two events in one weekend is a pretty big deal and we won’t be the ones to stop you. You will crush the challenge you’ve set out for and we will be there cheering you on.
2027 SWAG ITEMS TO BE ANNOUNCED
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
Timed Race Bib (one bib for both events)
Finisher Medals (for both events)
Athlete Shirt + Finisher Jacket (5K + Half Marathon) or Athlete Shirt + Finisher Tank (5K + 10K)
Mystery Bonus Swag Item
TWO Complimentary Glass of Wine from Jasper Winery (must be 21+)
Official Des Moines Women’s Race Wine Glass
RACE RESOURCES
What Happened to the Relay?
After 10 years, we've retired the Team Relay portion of this event. In 2022, we introduced our first Des Moines Women's 10K, and over time we've seen a growing share of our relay runners choose to take on that distance instead. We'll miss the two fun-filled relay exchange zones on course, but we're excited to reinvest those resources into making race morning even smoother for every athlete on the start line.