🏃 Races in South Dakota

Join us in Brookings for a month-long adventure where you'll aim to hit 10,000 steps every single day throughout September—all for just $30! You'll be part of an awesome community of movers and shakers working toward the same goal, plus you'll score a cool swag bag to cheer you on. Grab a friend, rally your team, or go solo; either way, this is the perfect chance to make September your healthiest and most active month!

Get ready to support a great cause while hitting the trails in Rapid City! This fun event benefits the Central Cobblers Cross Country team, bringing together runners who want to make a difference in their community. Lace up your shoes and join us for a race with purpose!

Get ready for a fantastic summer celebration in Tea, SD with multiple distance options (5k, 10k, 15k, 1 mile, and a kids' dash) featuring chip-timing, awards, free photos, and Kona Ice at the finish line—plus everyone gets great swag including a designer shirt and custom medal! If you can't make it in person, no problem: sign up for the virtual option to run on your own schedule and still earn all the fun goodies. With family-friendly pricing (kids 12 and under run the 5k/10k for just $17) and activities for all ages, this is the perfect summer event to enjoy with your crew!

Join fellow trail enthusiasts for a day of outdoor adventure at Good Earth State Park in Sioux Falls on Saturday, August 15th, 2026. Whether you're up for the challenging 8-mile route, prefer the 4.5-mile option, or want to introduce young runners (ages 2-10) to trail running with a fun 1-mile kids' race, there's something for everyone. Come experience beautiful trails, community spirit, and the natural beauty that makes this event perfect for all abilities.

Get ready to celebrate one of running's most iconic distances with the freedom to do it your way! Whether you're sprinting for a personal record, taking a leisurely walk, or making your comeback after time off the road, this virtual mile lets you tackle a single mile on your own terms—whenever and wherever you want. Join runners and walkers everywhere who are embracing the simplicity and tradition of this legendary distance.

Join us for the 9th Annual Blue Move, a 5K and 1-mile event in downtown Sioux Falls at Fawick Park that raises money for colonoscopies for underserved patients at Falls Community Health. You'll run an out-and-back route on a scenic paved trail alongside the Big Sioux River while learning colorectal cancer facts at every half-mile marker, and cross the finish line through a giant inflatable colon! Kids 10 and under run free, and the first 100 registered participants (by 7/27) get a guaranteed t-shirt and swag bag—plus bring your leashed dog or stroller if you'd like.

Escape the summer heat at this festive event in Sioux Falls, SD, where you can choose between a 5K, 10K, or half marathon starting at Elmwood Park. Every participant earns a refreshing popsicle and commemorative finisher medal upon crossing the finish line, while top finishers in each distance and age group (starting at 10 & Under) receive awards. It's the ideal race for runners looking to log miles while having a fun, cool celebration.

Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 8am in Britton, SD for this year's Harvest Days Road Race, where you can choose between a 5k ($30) or 10k ($40)—both include chip timing and a commemorative tee shirt. Register online by July 30 to guarantee your shirt arrives race day, though on-site registration opens at 7am that morning if needed. After the 10k finishes, stick around for the free Munchkin Fun Run for kids, and come prepared to celebrate with medals and prizes for top finishers!

Join the Brown County Fair Foundation for a community-centered 5K in Aberdeen on Saturday, August 8, 2026, starting at 8:30 a.m. from the Brown County Fair Clubhouse—it's the perfect warm-up to Fair week and welcomes runners, walkers, and bikers of all ages and abilities in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere. Register by July 24th to guarantee your t-shirt, and know that all proceeds support the Brown County Fair to enhance the experience for everyone attending.

Join us for a fun community fundraiser supporting our Baltic Cross country team! You can choose between a 3-mile run through town or a 1-mile run/walk option, with registration opening at 7:00 am, the mile starting at 8:00 am, and the 5K beginning at 8:30 am (or once the mile finishers are done). Stick around after the race for complimentary food and drinks, plus prizes for our top finishers!

Head out for a run or walk through Madison's streets while talented music marching band students perform on corners throughout the course—it's a fun way to support their hard work! Every participant gets a finisher's medal, and best of all, all proceeds go directly to the band program for instrument repairs, new equipment, music, and props. Strollers and leashed pets are welcome, plus kids 8 and under run free!

Join Missouri River Runners in North Sioux City, SD for this unique 2026 event where you'll bench press a weight percentage matching your age and gender category, earning a one-minute reduction on your 5K time for each successful rep (completed before race day). If lifting isn't your thing, you can skip the strength component and participate in the traditional 5K instead. Be sure to register by July 17th to guarantee your race shirt!

Join us for the Aberdeen Family YMCA Bull Run on Saturday, July 25, 2026, available in both in-person and virtual formats so you can choose what works best for you. The in-person event features aid stations along the routes, refreshments at the finish, and welcomes walkers on sidewalks plus strollers and wagons (no bikes, rollerblades, or scooters on the fun walk). All proceeds support YMCA programs focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, helping families access memberships and services they might not otherwise afford.

Get ready to run as a team on July 12th, 2026, when this 5-person relay takes off at 7:00 AM from The Cookie Jar Eatery in Sioux Falls, looping around the scenic River Greenway Trail before finishing back where you started. Beyond the race itself, you'll enjoy a post-run brunch, compete in a team costume contest for prizes, and take home exclusive event swag as a memento of the day. It's the perfect opportunity to bond with your teammates while having fun and staying active!

Join the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program for a community fun run in Rapid City that welcomes National Guard members and their loved ones! This casual event skips the competitive timing system, so you can enjoy the experience at your own pace without worrying about official race times.

Lace up your sneakers and head to Lemmon on July 11th at 8 am to run or walk a 5K while supporting the Lemmon EMT Association—all race proceeds go directly to help our local emergency responders! You can register online before June 18th to snag an official race tee, or simply sign up on race day at Hands on Health (located at 601 Main Ave). Bring your family and friends for a fun community event, with a kids' run kicking off at 8 am followed by the main 5K at 8:05 am—just call 605-374-5844 if you have any questions!

Join us for this year's half marathon fundraiser—our fifth time hosting this meaningful event! All race proceeds go directly to the University of Michigan CS Mott Children's Hospital in memory of Lennox Lapsley, with 2026 donations specifically supporting U of M's ECMO research initiative.

Join Vermillion's Fourth of July festivities with this patriotic 5K that welcomes both runners and walkers! Show your red, white, and blue spirit with costumes and patriotic attire while enjoying perks like a t-shirt, giveaways, and post-race refreshments (walkers start at 8:30 a.m., runners at 9 a.m.). You'll compete for awards in your age group (12 & under through 70+), plus there are prizes for top overall finishers and best dressed, with an awards ceremony held at the Shakespeare grotto before the town's Fourth of July celebration officially begins.

Get ready to run in Menno, South Dakota on Friday, July 4th! Entry costs $35 per person, and while you can sign up online ahead of time, you're welcome to pay and register on race day as well. The event kicks off with check-in at 7:30 AM, followed by the 1-mile run at 8 AM and the 5K starting around 8:30 AM.

Ring in Independence Day in Springfield, South Dakota, with this scenic 5k that winds through town and showcases beautiful views of the Missouri River as you make your way over the bike trail. You'll start and finish your run near the corner of 9th Street and College Street.

Get ready for a community celebration on June 27, 2026, at 600 W 5th St in Canton, SD, where runners of all levels can enjoy a scenic 5k through town with plenty of local support. Registration and packet pickup happen at 7:45 AM with the race starting at 8:00 AM, and you'll take home a commemorative t-shirt plus other goodies along with post-race refreshments to refuel. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this Depot Days kickoff event is a great way to have fun and connect with the community!

Join us in Aberdeen, SD for a triathlon event with multiple distance options to suit all levels! The Sprint distance features a 500-meter swim, 12-mile bike, and 5k run, while the Super Sprint (Novice) offers a 150-meter swim, 3-mile bike, and 1-mile run—plus there's a Kids Splash and Dash for ages 6-15. Check in happens Friday evening (5-7pm) or Saturday morning (6:30-7:30am) at Dahme Lake, with the transition area opening at 6:30am Saturday; Sprint and Teams start at 8:00am while Super Sprint and Kids events begin at 8:30am, featuring flat, scenic courses along local highways with awards for top finishers in various divisions and age groups.

Lace up for this thriving community 5K in Rapid City where you can walk or run at your own pace through the scenic beauty of Founders Park and Sioux Park. This third-year event celebrates Alzheimer's and dementia awareness while supporting crucial services for affected families, and you'll enjoy perks like a commemorative shirt, live music, food, and the chance to connect with others who care about the cause. Plus, check out the new merchandise available to further show your support for this meaningful mission!

Head to Aberdeen, SD for this inclusive event offering both a one-mile walk and a timed run on a straightforward, flat course that welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities. You'll check in starting at 8:00 am at Holgate Tennis Courts, with the action kicking off at 9:00 am, followed by awards for your age group (under 17 or 18+), plus snacks and refreshments. Your participation supports two great causes—H.U.G.S and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention—and strollers and wagons are welcome for the walking option on the designated sidewalk route.