Des Moines St. Paddy’s Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K
Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
Time: 7:45 AM
Location: Iowa State Capitol, E Locust St. & Pennsylvania Ave., Des Moines, IA 50309
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a run through Des Moines! Choose from marathon, half marathon, or 5K distances. All marathon and half marathon finishers receive medals, and top finishers in each age group earn awards.
Race Day Schedule:
- 6:45 AM: Packet Pick-Up and Gear Check Opens
- 7:45 AM: Marathon & Half Marathon Start
- 8:15 AM: Kids Dash Start
- 8:30 AM: 5K Start
Registration:
- Marathon: Starting at $99.99
- Half Marathon: Starting at $69.99
- 5K: Starting at $36.99
- Kids 100 Meter Dash: Free
Virtual race options are also available.
Course Details:
- Flat and fast course on paved surfaces
- Chip-timed with live participant tracking
- Course time limits:
- 5K: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Half Marathon: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Marathon: 6 hours
Amenities:
- Finisher stein and shamrock sugar cookie for all finishers
- Beer at the finish line for participants 21+
- Commemorative event gear: choice of classic t-shirt or performance fleece hoodie
Charity Partner:
Proceeds benefit Best Buddies, dedicated to ending the isolation of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Join us for a festive run and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style!
Note: Event details are subject to change. Please check the official event website for the most current information.