Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (24)
Medal Madness offers a fast, out-and-back course through Des Moines with impressive finisher medals.
Race Date
Jun 13, 2026
Location
Des Moines, IA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 13, 2026
- Location
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Medal Madness series in Des Moines, Iowa, presents a straightforward out-and-back course designed for speed. Runners can choose from 5K, 10K, or half marathon distances, each completing the same route multiple times. The half marathon, for instance, involves four traversals of the 3.28-mile out-and-back segment.
This race series is hosted by US Road Running, known for providing finisher medals and opportunities for series points. The course time limit is a generous 3 hours and 30 minutes, accommodating a wide range of paces. While specific details on field size or geographic draw are not provided, the event aims to offer a well-marked path for those chasing personal bests.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. Additional Information Bathrooms https://maps.app.goo.gl/NMdTCVYMQfSgAAZp6 Parking near start https://maps.app.goo.gl/8uJvLqbPSFxA8Wke8 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6713230542/ The course is an out-and-back (3.11M) The 5K does the out-and-back one time. The 10K does the out-and-back two times. 13.1M Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6657429743/ The course is an out-and-back (3.28M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
2816 Shoreline Road, Des Moines, IA, 50320
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Course Map
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
limited extras
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 86°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
65°
Afternoon (High)
86°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
60%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (24)?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (24) is held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (24) take place?
It takes place in Des Moines, Iowa.
What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (24) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (24) course flat and good for a PR?
The Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Des Moines, IA (24) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
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