Organizers for the IMT Des Moines Marathon have canceled in-person racing this year due to the continuing situation with COVID-19, and a recent proclamation amended by the City of Des Moines that limits outdoor gatherings to 250 people or fewer.
This year's marathon was scheduled to take place on October 17th and 18th.
The marathon's website said all runners who paid registration can defer their entry fee to the 2021 marathon, or to the Des Moines Marathon’s virtual events.