Living History Farms Race

United States flag Urbandale, Iowa, United States

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Date 07 Nov, 2026
Races 1 distance
Entry fee $59.19
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Living History Farms Race

About the event

Experience the rustic charm of rural Iowa with this unique off-road race that winds through picturesque landscapes. Runners will encounter diverse terrains including winding woodland trails, lush fields dotted with livestock, and serene streams where you might find yourself splashing through cool waters.
The course begins and concludes in Walnut Hill, a charming town established in 1876. Along the way, participants traverse three historic farm sites, each offering a glimpse into Iowa's agricultural heritage. As you run, don't miss the opportunity to wave at horses grazing by the roadside or sheep meandering through fields.
Upon completing this scenic journey, all finishers will receive an exclusive race shirt and a distinctive cowbell medal as a symbol of their achievement.
This event promises not only a challenging course but also a memorable experience steeped in local history and natural beauty.

Races offered

07Nov

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Running

Distance
8K
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$59.19

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for November in Urbandale.

Temperature1.3° / 10.2°
Feels like-3.3° / 6.0°
Sunshine hours6h 42m
Rainfall1.7 mm
Snowfall0.2 cm
Wind13.5 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity69.1%
Max UV indexLow (2.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise08:04
Sunset17:55

About Urbandale

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Urbandale is a city in Polk and Dallas counties in the U.S. state of Iowa. The city was incorporated on April 16, 1917, and was a streetcar suburb of Des Moines. As of the 2020 census, the city population was 45,580. It is part of the Des Moines–West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area and is the 12th largest city in Iowa.

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