The Des Moines Donut Mile
- Date
- June 27, 2026
- Location
- 8810 Swanson Blvd, Clive, IA
- Distance
- The Des Moines Donut Mile
From the Organizer
Take on the challenge of inhaling a delicious glazed DONUT HOLE before each quarter mile lap of The Des Moines Donut Mile! Spectators are invited to participate in more pleasurable donut eating, along with spraying their loved one who is participating with water guns.
This is a family-friendly event open to all! Children under the age of 15 are required to be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or coach.
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
84°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Des Moines Intl Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Clive, IA
Population
18,776
as of 2023
Elevation
847 ft
Nearest Airport
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Des Moines Donut Mile, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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.
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Des Moines Donut Mile?
- The Des Moines Donut Mile is a running race held in Clive, Iowa on June 27, 2026. 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 Donut Mile?
- Saturday, June 27, 2026 in Clive, Iowa at 8810 Swanson Blvd, Clive, IA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Des Moines Donut Mile?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Des Moines Donut Mile
Jun 27, 2026