Sports & Fitness Expo
The Scheels Sports & Fitness Expo is host to national and local exhibitors from the Des Moines area that are featuring the latest in apparel, accessories, and adventures that are designed to appeal to anyone interested in actively participating in their own (or their families) health & wellness.
The Scheels Sports & Fitness Expo in Hy-Vee Hall serves as the location for athlete packet pick up. Admission to the Scheels Sports & Fitness Expo is free and the public is welcome to attend.
Friday, October 18 3:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 19 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Hy-Vee Hall is located in the Iowa Events Center | 730 3rd Street | Des Moines, IA 50309
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Activities
Walk Up Registration
Athletes can still register for any of the IMT Des Moines Marathon races, or make changes to their current race registration in person, at the Scheels Sports & Fitness Expo. Walk up registration ends at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 19. Race day registration is not allowed.
Athletes can still register for any of the IMT Des Moines Marathon races, or make changes to their current race registration in person, at the Scheels Sports & Fitness Expo. Walk up registration ends at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 19. Race day registration is not allowed. IMT Des Moines Marathon Registration Fees.
Athlete Packet Pick Up
Athletes who have registered for the IMT Des Moines Marathon races prior to race weekend will complete the race registration process by attending the Scheels Sports & Fitness Expo in order to pick up their athlete packet. The athlete packet includes an official IMT Des Moines Marathon race bib/race number, IPICO timing device (Sportag™), souvenir guide, race specific shirt, and important race day updates and information.
Speaker Series
The MidAmerican Energy Speaker Series offers presentations and entertainment throughout the weekend at Scheels Sports & Fitness Expo. Topics include training, fitness, motivation, and inspiration. Official IMT Des Moines Marathon course overviews are provided along with weather condition updates and important medical information on both Friday and Saturday. Giveaways, promotions, and much more will be offered over the course of the weekend. For a complete line up visit the MidAmerican Energy Speaker Series page.
Kids Run
The Kids Run presented by Live Healthy Iowa Kids will feature non-competitive kids runs designed for children ages 10 & under. A variety of different distances will be offered from .10 of a mile to a mile. The Kids Run will take one block east of the Iowa Events Center in front of the Principal River Walk Center Street Bridge.
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Saturday, October 19 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Kids Expo
The Kids Expo presented by Iowa Kidstrong features children and family-friendly activities and exhibitors. The Kids Expo is a great way to include the family in race weekend and to introduce youth to the sport of running and other activities that promote exercise, healthy choices, and active lifestyles.
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Saturday, October 19 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Pasta Dinner
The ABC5 Pasta Dinner featuring Above + Beyond Cancer is held Saturday evening at the Scheels Sports & Fitness Expo. The Pasta Dinner offers an all you can eat salad and pasta buffet, which includes a drink and dessert.
Join more than 500 carbo-loaders along with the IMT Des Moines Marathon race director, ABC5 anchor Amanda Krenz, and guest speakers and presentations from Above + Beyond Cancer.
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Tickets for the ABC5 Pasta Dinner featuring Above + Beyond Cancer can be purchased online or in person at walk up registration. $20 for adults and $10 for youth 10 & under.
Saturday, October 19 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Hy-Vee Hall is located in the Iowa Events Center | 730 3rd Street | Des Moines, IA 50309
Schedule
Friday, October 18
Scheels Sports & Fitness Expo
3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Athlete Packet Pick Up
3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
MidAmerican Energy Speaker Series
3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 19
Kids Run presented by Live Healthy Iowa Kids
9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Scheels Sports & Fitness Expo
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Kids Expo presented by Iowa Kidstrong
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Athlete Packet Pick Up
10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
MidAmerican Energy Speaker Series
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
ABC5 Pasta Dinner featuring Above + Beyond Cancer
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Hy-Vee Hall is located in the Iowa Events Center | 730 3rd Street | Des Moines, IA 50309
Exhibitors
If you are an exhibitor and would like information regarding booth space and/or athlete packet insertion at the Scheels Sports & Fitness Expo, contact the:
IMT Des Moines Marathon
526 39th Street
Des Moines, IA 50312
515.288.2692
info@desmoinesmarathon.com
Exhibitor Application
Scheels Sports & Fitness Expo floor plan (2012)
Hy-Vee Hall
The Iowa Events Center has many services available to help create the space you are looking for when exhibiting at the Iowa Events Center. Let their trained services staff provide electrical service, phone and internet lines, or water and natural gas service to help you complete your booth. Increase your visibility, attract more customers, and extend your presentation time with the appeal of fresh popped popcorn, homemade cookies, or themed refreshment carts. Stand out in the crowd by working with the Iowa Events Center to ensure your booth and product are memorable. Download the Exhibitor Services order form to order these services and more directly online by clicking here.
Services available include:
•Covered Loading Docks and Drive-on Ramp
•Column-Free Space
•Hi-speed Internet Access
•In-House Telecommunications
•Satellite Broadcasts
•Electrical Services
•In-House Food and Beverage
•In-House Ticketing
•Security Services
•Audio-Visual
Hotel Information
Visit the Hotels page for a current listing of available hotel options.
The Quality Inn & Suites is located directly across the street from Hy-Vee and has reserved rooms Thursday, Friday and Saturday night for exhibitors.
Quality Inn & Suites Event Center - $99.00
The Quality Inn & Suites Event Center is where you'll enjoy a convenient location with spectacular views of downtown Des Moines. Guests enjoy comfortable hospitality at affordable prices, so there's no better place to enjoy everything that Des Moines, Iowa has to offer than starting at the Des Moines Quality Inn & Suites Event Center.
Easy access right off I-235 eliminates the stress of getting lost. Quality Inn & Suites offers free onsite parking. Rest assured every effort will be made by their friendly and efficient staff to ensure each guest enjoys an “ideal hotel experience” at their beautiful facility.
Quality Inn & Suites is located directly across the street from the Scheels Sports & Fitness Expo at Hy-Vee Hall and is an ideal location for athletes, exhibitors and vendors.
Hotel Services Include: Free parking on premises, complimentary airport shuttle service, complimentary deluxe hot breakfast, restaurant/lounge on premises, business center, complimentary wireless internet, in-room safes, oversized indoor pool and fitness center.
Quality Inn & Suites Event Center
929 3rd Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
515.282.5251
800.903.0009
   
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