Capital Pursuit 10-Mile
About this race
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.
Join fellow runners on September 13, 2026 for the Capital Pursuit 10-Mile. It's a fantastic 16.1K, 6.4K featuring a flat and fast course in Des Moines.
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About Des Moines
Capital Pursuit 10-Mile takes place in Des Moines, Iowa, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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