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Des Moines Women’s Half Marathon

May 4, 2025
Des Moines
Trail
Distances
Half-Marathon
Starting Time

8:00 AM

Fees

$70

Perfect For
1-100
Fast & Flat
Urban
High: 72°
/ Low: 47°
Overview
Packed with on-course entertainment, the Des Moines Women’s Half Marathon, 5k, and Relay as a premier signature event that empowers women! Scenic Views, PR Chasers. Amidst the emphatic high-rise buildings of downtown Des Moines and finishing in one of America’s largest urban parks, the Des Moines Women’s Half Marathon course, held annually at Jasper Winery, is nothing short of spectacular. Not only is this course beautiful but it also happens to be a great course to enjoy fast and flat miles throughout; ideal for those chasing PRs. Half-Marathon

Through trails, park paths, and downtown paved roads, all 13.1 miles of this race brings with it something different. Starting at Jasper Winery, runners will run down Fleur Drive, past the Bell Avenue Business Center, and along Thomas Beck Road.
From there, it’s up SW 7th Street, through Coleman Trail, and along Racoon River. It’ll be at this point that runners can opt out of the half marathon race and get off the course. For those who decide to persist, it’s a turnaround at Water Works Park, a loop around George Flagg Pkwy, and ultimately a straight shot back toward the finish line.
Once the race is complete and your goal of completion has been achieved, it’s time to celebrate with a commemorative finisher’s medal, a glass of complimentary wine, and live music, all in the company of a community of likeminded people!

Des Moines Women’s Half Marathon Course Map

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