Road running

The Blazing 5k

📅 October 3, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Des Moines · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (October 4, 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

3.1 mi

About

The Blazing 5k at Water Works Park in Des Moines welcomes runners of all levels on October 3, 2027, at 8:30 a.m., and doubles as the USATF Iowa Road 5K State Championship.

The race runs on a flat, fast course and offers substantial prizes, including cash awards and shoes for the top finishers, with extra bonuses for breaking individual or team records. There is plenty of room for spectators to watch the race, and elite entry is available for runners who meet specific qualifying standards.

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