Single Speed Beer Mile- Des Moines
Single Speed Beer Mile- Des Moines is a running race on August 1, 2026 in Des Moines, IA, with entry fees from $20 to $55.
- Date
- August 1, 2026 (Race day is today)
- Location
- 303 Scott Ave, Des Moines, IA
- Price
- $20–$55
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Whether you're a competitive runner, looking for a unique challenge, or someone who loves a great time with great people, the Single Speed Beer Mile delivers an adrenaline-filled atmosphere unlike any other. Expect cheering crowds, hilarious moments, friendly rivalries, and stories you'll be telling long after you cross the finish line.
Four beers. Four laps. One unforgettable experience.
Why Sign Up?
A one-of-a-kind event you won't find at your typical road race
Incredible spectator energy and nonstop entertainment
Post race party with live music
Perfect for runners, beer enthusiasts, and adventurous first-timers
An unforgettable combination of fitness, fun, and community. Gather your friends, form a team, or take on the challenge solo. Whether your goal is victory, survival, or simply having the most fun possible, the Single Speed Beer Mile is your chance to be part of something truly epic.
Sign up today—spots fill up fast!
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 8/1
High
—
Low
63°
Conditions
Mostly clear
Chance of Rain
1%
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
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Single Speed Beer Mile- Des Moines, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Today
Race day is here
- Race
- Single Speed Beer Mile- Des Moines
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Location
- 303 Scott Ave, Des Moines, IA
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
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.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
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Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Des Moines than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Single Speed Beer Mile- Des Moines
Aug 1, 2026