Drake Road Races

Drake Road Races : April 18, 2026

The Drake Road Races is scheduled for April 18, 2026, and is listed as the 58th annual running. The event takes place in Des Moines, Iowa, with the finish area on the Blue Oval at Drake Stadium. The races are held in the lead-up to the Drake Relays and include both in-person and virtual options.

Distances and registration

The event offers these distances:

• 5k
• 10k
• Half marathon
• Virtual 5k
• Virtual 10k
• Virtual half marathon

In-person registration is available at the Des Moines Marathon Expo, held at Cowles Commons, 221 Walnut St., Des Moines. Online registration is stated to open on Monday, October 20. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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