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Living History Farms Race

Urbandale, Iowa, United States

calendar_today 07 Nov, 2026

directions_run Running

sell $59.19

About the Event

Experience the rustic charm of rural Iowa with this unique off-road race that winds through picturesque landscapes. Runners will encounter diverse terrains including winding woodland trails, lush fields dotted with livestock, and serene streams where you might find yourself splashing through cool waters.
The course begins and concludes in Walnut Hill, a charming town established in 1876. Along the way, participants traverse three historic farm sites, each offering a glimpse into Iowa's agricultural heritage. As you run, don't miss the opportunity to wave at horses grazing by the roadside or sheep meandering through fields.
Upon completing this scenic journey, all finishers will receive an exclusive race shirt and a distinctive cowbell medal as a symbol of their achievement.
This event promises not only a challenging course but also a memorable experience steeped in local history and natural beauty.

Races Offered

5 Mile Race Opening soon

Nov 07, 2026

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Distance — 8K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

09:00

sell

$59.19

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Urbandale.

thermostat Temperature

1.3° / 10.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

-3.3° / 6.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

6h 42m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.7 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.2 cm

air Avg wind speed

13.5 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

69.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

08:04

nightlight Sunset

17:55

About Urbandale

Learn more about the host city, Urbandale.

Urbandale is a city in Polk and Dallas counties in the U.S. state of Iowa. The city was incorporated on April 16, 1917, and was a streetcar suburb of Des Moines. As of the 2020 census, the city population was 45,580. It is part of the Des Moines–West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area and is the 12th largest city in Iowa.