WELCOME TO TRACK CENTRAL USA!

Des Moines has a long and storied legacy as a track and field
destination. That legacy is being honored and solidified for generations
to come with the creation of Track Central USA.

Upcoming Track Central USA Fan Zone Events:

• Drake Relays - April 26-28, 2012
• Boys & Girls State Track Meet - May 17-19, 2012
• NCAA Division I Outdoor National Championships - June 6-9, 2012

Track Central USA Fan Zone Info:

• The Track Central Fan Zone is located just west of Drake Stadium
• Meet and greet Olympic athletes, national champions and coaches
• It's FREE!
• There is a separate entrance so even if you don't have tickets to the
  Relays, you can still experience the Fan Zone
• Great for the whole family with food, entertainment and interactive games
• Play alongside athletes from across the country, and learn how you match up
  to the stars of track and field
• Click here to see photos from the Track Central USA Fan Zone unveiling at the 2010 USA Track and Field Outdoor Championships

Des Moines set to host 2013 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships

DES MOINES, IOWA - USA Track & Field on Wednesday announced its intent to host the 2013 USA Outdoor Track & Field Championships in Des Moines, Iowa, on the campus of Drake University. More...

Event Held in Des Moines Wins National Sports Award

DES MOINES, IOWA - The 2011 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships held in Des Moines June 8-11, 2011 has been named the Best Collegiate Multi-Sport/Multi-Discipline Event in the country by SportsTravel Magazine. More...

Four Previous Champions Returning for 102nd Drake Relays

DES MOINES, IOWA - The 102nd running of the Drake Relays April 28-30 will feature several world-class participants returning to Drake Stadium to defend previous titles, including 2010 Drake Relays Hall of Fame inductee Christian Cantwell in the shot put.  More...

2011 NCAA Outdoor Track And Field Championships All-Session Tickets On Sale Feb. 14

DES MOINES, IOWA - All-session tickets for the 2011 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championship to be held June 8-11 at Drake Stadium go on sale to the general public on Monday (Feb. 14).  More...

All-Session Tickets For 102nd Running Of Drake Relays On Sale Feb. 14

DES MOINES, IOWA - All-session tickets for the 102nd running of the Drake Relays (April 27-30) go on sale to the general public on Monday (Feb. 14). More...

Drake Awarded 2011, 2012 NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships

DES MOINES, IOWA - The $15 million investment in the renovation of Drake Stadium five years ago by Drake University and the Greater Des Moines community continues to pay dividends.  Drake University has been selected by the NCAA Track and Field Committee to host the 2011 and 2012 NCAA Track and Field Outdoor Championships. More...

Greater Des Moines Recognized as Track Central USA

DES MOINES, IOWA - Greater Des Moines has a long and storied legacy as a track and field destination.  That legacy is being honored and solidified for generations to come with the unveiling of Track Central USA. More...