Which South Dakota cities have the most 5K races?
Sioux Falls (9), Madison (1), North Sioux City (1), Aberdeen (1) lead the state for 5K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
South Dakota · 5K
5K Races in South Dakota
Every upcoming 5K in South Dakota, all 20 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
20 upcoming 5K races · 2 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The South Dakota races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
5K Races by City
Soonest 5K Races in South Dakota
20 total Sat, Aug 1, 2026Spirit of Madison 5K Madison, SDFrom $35Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026MRR Pump N' Run - 2026 North Sioux City, SDFrom $40Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026The Blue Move Sioux Falls, SDFrom $35Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Brown County Fair Foundation 5K Fun Run/Walk/Bike Aberdeen, SDFrom $25Register Sat, Aug 8, 2026Harvest Days Road Race Britton, SDFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 8, 2026Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, SDFrom $35Details Sun, Aug 16, 2026Summer Sizzler- Sioux Falls Tea, SDFrom $22Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Center for Disabilities 2026 Run Walk & Roll Sioux Falls, SDFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Rachel's Race Sioux Falls, SDFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Fittest on the Farm - 5k/10k Run, Walk, Ruck Harrisburg, SDFrom $35Details Sun, Sep 20, 2026Sioux Falls Marathon Sioux Falls, SDFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026South Dakota Service Dog Jog 5k Rapid City, SDFrom $35Register
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in South Dakota
When are most 5K races held in South Dakota?
August is the busiest month for 5K races in South Dakota, with 7 of the 20, followed by September with 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do South Dakota 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from $22 to about $40, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in South Dakota?
9 of the 20 5K races in South Dakota already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are there trail 5K races in South Dakota?
Yes, one race around South Dakota gets you off the pavement: 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.