The Big Run 5k

United States flag Des Moines, Iowa, United States

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The Big Run 5k runsignup.com
Date 02 Jun, 2027
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The Big Run 5k

About the event

Celebrate Global Running Day with Fleet Feet at The Big Run presented by Brooks. This community 5k brings together runners from all paths and is all about summer vibes, shared memories and the kind of runner’s high that keeps you coming back. 

And it wouldn't be Global Running Day without the crew! Our friends at 515 Run Club, Cool Runnings, Gratitude Running, and Capital Striders will all be there—so you can meet the people, find your pace, and explore all of the incredible clubs that make running in Des Moines so special!

Take advantage of a special demo run from Brooks—try out the latest shoes for free during the run and stick around for raffles featuring Brooks shoes and Brooks swag bags!

Afterward, hang out with us at SingleSpeed Brewing Co. for a casual post-run social. Enjoy live music, grab a drink and some food, swap stories, and check out each club’s table to learn more.

We’re also giving back to the community with a shoe drive—bring a gently used pair of running shoes to donate to local shelters and track programs and help keep more people moving. Get an extra raffle ticket for bringing a pair!

Register today for The Big Run and let the good miles roll! Participants who register by 6/2 will receive a goodie bag (while supplies last)!

Sign up now (endorphins included). 

Races offered

02Jun

The Big Run 5k

Running

Distance
5K
Start time
18:00
Entry fee
$0.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for June in Des Moines.

Temperature18.3° / 28.7°
Feels like17.9° / 28.6°
Sunshine hours12h 6m
Rainfall4.6 mm
Snowfall—
Wind12.0 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity66.7%
Max UV indexVery High (8.0)
Sweat lossHigh
Course conditionsHard and dry surface
Sunrise05:40
Sunset20:49

About Des Moines

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Des Moines is the capital and most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is named after the Des Moines River, likely derived from the French Rivière des Moines meaning 'River of the Monks'. The city was incorporated in 1851 as Fort Des Moines and shortened to Des Moines in 1857. Its population was 214,133 at the 2020 census. The six-county Des Moines metropolitan area has an estimated 750,000 residents, the largest metropolitan area located entirely in Iowa. It is the county seat of Polk County, with parts south of County Line Road extending into Warren County.

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