WWY 5K (no one walks alone)
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run or Walk · Kid's 1/2 Mile Run · Virtual 5K
From the Organizer
WWY 5K (no one walks alone) is a family-friendly event complete with a 5K Walk/Run, a Kid's 1/2 mile run, coffee, food, face painting, and more! This event is hosted by Walk With You, a nonprofit organization that exists to walk with families as they experience the loss of a child. All money raised will be used to further our mission.
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
76°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
28%
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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Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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103
Days to train
- Race
- WWY 5K (no one walks alone)
- Date
- September 19, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the WWY 5K (no one walks alone)?
- WWY 5K (no one walks alone) is a running race held in Des Moines, Iowa on September 19, 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 WWY 5K (no one walks alone)?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Des Moines, Iowa at 2201 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the WWY 5K (no one walks alone)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
WWY 5K (no one walks alone)
Sep 19, 2026