Blue Believers - Des Moines, IA
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (September 20, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
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About
Blue Believers - Des Moines, IA is a 5K run/walk in Des Moines, Iowa, held on September 19, 2027, with a 1-mile walk (1.6 km) alongside it; both start at 9:00 a.m.
The event aims to raise awareness of prostate cancer and to support those affected and their families. All profits go to resources based in Iowa, and participants are encouraged to join Team Blue Iowa to help support the cause.
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