Capital Pursuit 10-Mile 2026 — Des Moines, IA

Date
September 13, 2026
Location
Des Moines, IA
Venue
2816 Shoreline Road
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $60.00
Events
10 Mile Race, 4 Mile Race, Junior Pursuit - Kids Run
Includes
Long Sleeve Shirt
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THE CAPITAL PURSUIT Capital Pursuit is Capital Strider's premier 10-mile race that takes participants through the best parts of the City of Des Moines. 2026 marks the event's 44th year of racing, make sure not to miss one of Des Moines' longest-running traditions! The Capital Striders are a member of the Road Runners Club of America, which promotes the development of community-based running clubs and events in the pursuit of health and competition for all ages. RRCA provides support and race insurance for many of its 2,500 member organizations.

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