
From the Organizer
We are excited to announce “Run As One For Taylor” is back on September 19th, and we're bringing back ONE Amazing Race-themed experience! This year will be an adventure like no other! A day filled with fun challenges, thrilling adventures, and unforgettable memories. Teams will race against time to conquer exciting tasks and explore hidden gems in our community.
Run As One for Taylor is a 501(c)(3) Non-profit organization that was created in memory of Taylor Ham-Aleman.
We're excited for another year of spreading kindness and honoring Taylor's legacy of love and compassion.
Taylor lost her life in a tragic car incident on May 4, 2014 at the young age of 21, leaving behind her son Carter, parents Mike and Stacy, family and friends. Taylor was a loving mother, daughter, and friend who will be forever remembered in the Winterset community.
Weather
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
75°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Winterset 1s, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
1,098 ft
Nearest Airport
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run As One For Taylor, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
The Des Moines Donut Mile
23 miles away
Waukee Freedom 5K
21 miles away
Adel Sweet Corn Festival 5K Run/Walk
19 miles away
Helping Hand Run & Jam III
22 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Run As One For Taylor
Sep 19, 2026