Saydel Sprint 5K
About the Event
Join Us for the Saydel Sprint: 5K and Community Day!
Celebrate the end of the school year with the Saydel community at a fun, free, family-friendly event for all ages!
Location: Saydel High School Football Field (5601 NE 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50313)
Date: Saturday, May 16th
Time: 5K Walk/Run starts at 10:00am (Registration opens at 9:00am)
Activities: Free food, bounce houses, dunk tank and more until 2:00pm
The 5K Walk/Run
Casual and fun – perfect for runners, walkers and families
All ages welcome – no experience needed!
Route starts on the football field using the Saydel High cross country course
Check in: 9:30 a.m. at the registration table for your racing bib
Water stations along the course
Every participant receives a free medal
Register for Free Online!
Food and Activities
Start time: Around 10:30am
Free food: burgers, hot dogs, drinks, sno cones and more
Free activities: bounce houses, dunk tank, face painting, photo booth and more
Come and go as you please
Note: Childcare is not provided – please do not drop off children. All children MUST be accompanied by an adult.
This is a free, fun, family-friendly celebration for the whole Saydel community! Whether you run, walk or just hang out for food and activities, it’s a perfect way to connect and celebrate together.
Join fellow runners on May 16, 2026 for the Saydel Sprint 5K. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Des Moines.
Races Offered
Running
5K Fun Run
About Des Moines
Saydel Sprint 5K takes place in Des Moines, Iowa, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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