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Girls on the Run 5K Presented by EMC Insurance

Des Moines, IowaWebsite
In 7 days
5K$30
Registration open

About this race

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. Community participants encouraged! 

Packet Pick-Up 

Friday, November 6 from 4-6 PM and Saturday, November 7 from 9-11AM at Wellmark YMCA 

Sunday, November 8 starting at 12:30 PM at Principal Park

*Fun Zone Activities begin at 12:30PM. 5K start time is 2:00 PM*

Key dates

Registration opens

Aug 3, 2026

Tier 1 ends

Oct 23, 2026, then $35

Tier 2 ends

Nov 6, 2026

5d

Race day

Nov 8, 2026

7d

Registration closes

Nov 9, 2026

8d

Tier 3 ends

Nov 9, 2026

8d

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Listed from RunSignUp. Checked Nov 1, 2026.