Road running

Market to Market Relay Iowa

📅 May 8, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Des Moines · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (May 9, 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.

Available distances

77 mi

About

Market to Market Relay Iowa is a 77-mile (123.9 km) team relay on a scenic route through west-central Iowa to Des Moines, starting at 5:45 a.m. on May 8, 2027.

Teams of 6 to 8 people cover a route that mixes trails, paved roads and gravel. The event features creative costumes and entertaining van rides, and wraps up with a post-race party and expo in downtown Des Moines.

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