Des Moines Spring 4-Miler
- Date
- March 6, 2027
- Distance
- Other
- Price
- $20
From the Organizer
Welcome to the 3rd edition of the Des Moines Spring 4-Miler in 2027!
The Des Moines Spring 4-miler is designed to help break off the rust and give you a benchmark heading into the spring season. You never know what conditions you'll get in Iowa, but this is great chance to at least have company in a good hard effort in March. All levels are welcome! New this year, we are moving to Saturday versus our traditional Sunday and we are pushing the race back to 10am. Based on runner feedback, we wanted to give you a bit more of your weekend back since the race is meant to give you a benchmark and most likely not your "A" race for the year. We will still have hot chocolate and the famous donuts that you've come to love!
Teams
During registration you will be asked to join a team. You can select "No Team" if you aren't currently on a team. If you don't see your team, feel free to add it!
Course Description
The course is set in Waterworks Park starting near the Bill Riley Trail Bridge. It takes your through both the big and the same loop going counterclockwise before hitting the main stretch all the way back to the start. Flat and fast, certified (pending certificate) 4 mile race.
Prize money
Much like the Blazing 5k, we aim to support local elites. This race offers a unique prize structure where the top 6 M/F finishers will each earn $100. The modest $1200 purse is set to the standard purse size we believe races should all put up if they aim to support real racing.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
44°
Typical Low
26°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Des Moines Intl Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Des Moines, IA
City Elevation
929 ft
Nearest Airport
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Days to train
- Race
- Des Moines Spring 4-Miler
- Date
- March 6, 2027
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Des Moines Spring 4-Miler?
- Des Moines Spring 4-Miler is a running race held in Des Moines, Iowa on March 6, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Des Moines Spring 4-Miler?
- Saturday, March 6, 2027 in Des Moines, Iowa at 2201 George Flagg Pkwy. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Des Moines Spring 4-Miler?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Des Moines Spring 4-Miler
Mar 6, 2027