The EMC DAM to DSM
Polk City, Iowa, United States
May 30, 2026 - Saturday
Half-marathon
Race Information
Iowa’s greatest running tradition returns to kickoff summer. For over 40 years, runners will take on the point-to-point journey from the Saylorville Dam to Downtown Des Moines. With buses to the starting line, cold beer at the finish, and some of the most memorable rural and urban miles in the middle, this is one run you won’t want to miss.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Some Hills
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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