Girls on the Run 5K Presented by EMC Insurance

Name: Girls on the Run 5K Presented by EMC Insurance
Start: 2026-05-17
End: 2026-05-17
Location: Des Moines, Iowa

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Des Moines, Iowa, United States

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About the Event

This registration is NOT for Girls on the Run Participants or Coaches. GOTR Participants and coaches are already registered for the event.

Join us for the 5K – open to all! Whether you run or walk, you're welcome as a community runner. Your participation supports girls throughout central Iowa, helping them be joyful, healthy, and confident. Let's shine together with our Star Power!

Each season comes to an end with a celebratory 5K. This closing event gives program participants of all abilities a tangible sense of accomplishment. Crossing the finish line instills confidence through completion and is a joyful moment program participants always remember!

Anyone is welcome to participate in the end-of-season 5K celebration.

Packet Pick-Up
Friday, May 15 from 4-6 PM at Walnut Creek Y
Sunday, May 17 starting at 12:30 PM at Principal Park

*Race start time is 2:00 PM*

Races Offered

5K Participant (5K Buddy, Community Runner or Sparkle Runner)

May 17, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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Type — Running

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14:00

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$25.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Des Moines.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 12.0° / 23.6°

wb_sunny 9.6° / 21.2°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 12.8 /

water_drop 62.7%