The Night Run DSM
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Location
- 200 SW 2nd St, Des Moines, IA
- Distance
- 10K · 5K · Night Mile & more
From the Organizer
The Night Run is a 5K, 10K, and Night Mile experience through downtown Des Moines that reimagines what a running event can feel like. The race starts in the new MRKT District of before cuts through downtown using parking ramps, viaducts, bridges, and city streets to create a route that’s as engaging as it is challenging. After the race, the night continues with a post-race party featuring a DJ along the Des Moines Riverfront, with city lights as the backdrop.
Built for all paces, Night Run is designed to be social, high-energy, and leave you with the feeling of endless summer.
The 10K begins at 7:00 PM, followed by the 5K at 7:15 PM. You can pair either race with the Night Mile, or run the Night Mile as a stand-alone event.
Night Mile Corrals
When registering, be sure to select the Night Mile corral that best matches your estimated finish time. We offer five corrals:
Community Wave – 8:15 PM
Open to all ages and paces, with a 15-minute cutoff.
Intermediate Wave – 8:35 PM
For runners expecting to finish between 7:00–9:00 minutes.
Fast Wave – 8:50 PM
For runners expecting to finish between 5:30–7:00 minutes.
Women’s Elite Final
For women only who can run under 6:30 minutes.
Men’s Elite Final
For men only who can run under 5:30 minutes.
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
83°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ankeny, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Des Moines, IA
Elevation
929 ft
Nearest Airport
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Night Run DSM, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Night Run DSM?
- The Night Run DSM is a running race held in Des Moines, Iowa on June 20, 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 Night Run DSM?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Des Moines, Iowa at 200 SW 2nd St, Des Moines, IA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Night Run DSM?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Night Run DSM
Jun 20, 2026