7 running, walking, fun run, and other events in Aberdeen, South Dakota

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running, walking, fun run, swimming, and triathlon events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

• Aberdeen Area Running Club Beer Mile 2026 [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Jun 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM

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  The Beer Mile is an event consisting of drinking a beer, running a 1/4 mile, and repeating that process 3 more times for a total of 4 beers and 1 mile of running.

  You must be 21 to participate. You...

  The Beer Mile is an event consisting of drinking a beer, running a 1/4 mile, and repeating that process 3 more times for a total of 4 beers and 1 mile of running.

  You must be 21 to participate. You must bring ID to the event.

  There will be three options to participate:

  Single - 1 person drinks all the beer and runs all the laps

  Double - Find yourself a drinking buddy (and running buddy) 2 people split the running and beer drinking. Each person must drink 2 beers and run 2 laps (1/2 mile total per person)

  Quad - This could be a good team-building exercise for your company, or softball team, or just you and three friends. 4 person team split the running and beer drinking. Each person must drink 1 beer and run 1/4 mile

  Suggested Training Plan : Get off the sofa, grab a beer, take the long way back to the sofa. Increase the distance to the fridge by one room every three days. Trying walking through the dining room, laundry room, and office. As you advance try going outside, and walk around your entire property....

  To learn more about beer miles check out this link to the 2020 Beer Mile new world record

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7DjfrowQzE

  or check out this link to regular people having fun doing the beer mile

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQddhJD-cdk

  1 Miles Run Walk

  2300 24th Ave NW, Aberdeen, South Dakota, 57401, United States
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• Hub City Triathlon [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Jun 27, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Start Time:

  8:00am - Sprint and Teams

  8:30am - Super Sprint (Novice)

  Check in will be 5-7pm Friday or 6:30-7:30am Saturday morning at Dahme lake.

  Transition area will be open at 6:30am on Saturday...

  Start Time:

  8:00am - Sprint and Teams

  8:30am - Super Sprint (Novice)

  Check in will be 5-7pm Friday or 6:30-7:30am Saturday morning at Dahme lake.

  Transition area will be open at 6:30am on Saturday morning.

  Course description:

  Sprint Distance: 500 meter swim, 12 mile bike, and 5k run

  Super Sprint (Novice) Distance: 150 meter swim, 3 mile bike, and 1 mile run

  Swim: Lake swim in Dahme Lake

  Bike: Flat, out and back along highway 281, then 135th St, and highway 10

  Run: Flat, out and back along highway 281 and 135th St

  See course maps here: Swim Course Bike Course Run Course

  See course videos here: Swim Course Bike Course Run Course

  Prizes awarded for the following divisions and age groups:

  Sprint:

  Men's Overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd

  Men's Age Groups <24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65+

  Women's Overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd

  Women's Age Groups <24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65+

  Novice:

  Men's Overall 1st

  Women's Overall 1st

  Sprint Team:

  Team Overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd

  Run Swim Triathlon

  3301 S Hwy 281, Aberdeen, South Dakota, 57401, United States
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• Brown County Fair Foundation 5K Fun Run/Walk [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Aug 08, 2026 at 8:30 AM

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  Brown County Fair Foundation 5K

  Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026

  Start Time: 8:30 a.m.

  Race-Day Registration Opens: 8:00 a.m.

  Start/Finish Location: Brown County Fair Office, Aberdeen, SD

  Kick off...

  Brown County Fair Foundation 5K

  Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026

  Start Time: 8:30 a.m.

  Race-Day Registration Opens: 8:00 a.m.

  Start/Finish Location: Brown County Fair Office, Aberdeen, SD

  Kick off Brown County Fair week with a fun, family-friendly 5K hosted by the Brown County Fair Foundation! This community-focused event is designed to bring people together, support the Fair, and get everyone moving before the festivities officially begin.

  Held the Saturday prior to the Fair—when campers are already on site for the weekend—this 5K is the perfect way to start Fair week on a positive and energetic note. All proceeds from the event directly benefit the Brown County Fair and help enhance the experience for fairgoers.

  Walkers, bikers, and runners of all ages and abilities are welcome. This is a participation-based event focused on fun and community rather than competition. There will be:

  No timing or official results

  No race bibs

  No competitive pressure

  Just a relaxed and enjoyable 5K in support of the Brown County Fair.

  Course & Safety Information

  The course will start and finish at the Brown County Fair Office. A water station will be available along the route, and limited volunteers will be positioned at key locations. The course crosses 24th Avenue twice; while traffic is expected to be light, participants should remain alert and use caution at all times.

  Registration Information

  $25 if registered prior to July 24, 2026

  $30 after July 24, 2026

  Same-day registration available beginning at 8:00 a.m. on race day for $30

  Each registered participant will receive a complimentary Brown County Fair Foundation 5K t-shirt.

  Whether you walk, bike, or run, join us for a great morning of movement, community, and fun as we come together to support the Brown County Fair and kick off an exciting week at the Fairgrounds.

  5k Fun Run Run Walk

  2300 24th Ave NW, Aberdeen, South Dakota, 57401, United States
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• Your Race Your Pace [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Sep 19, 2026 at 9:30 AM

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  “ALL abilities, ALL athletes, ALL achieving greatness.”

  “Your Race, Your Pace” is an event for the community to come together, and for each individual to succeed. It’s for ALL abilities, ALL...

  “ALL abilities, ALL athletes, ALL achieving greatness.”

  “Your Race, Your Pace” is an event for the community to come together, and for each individual to succeed. It’s for ALL abilities, ALL athletes, to ALL achieve their goals. This is a unique race with multiple route options empowering and celebrating each participant from the avid to adaptive runner and everyone in between. Whether athletes walk, run, jog, or wheel to the finish line, they will be given a medal; they are champions for finishing their race at their pace. The route consists of a 1.5 mile loop and 3 mile loop (approximate distances). Participants can choose to complete one or both loops as many times as they wish and what pace they choose to reach their goals. This race is seeking sponsorship and participation from the entire community!

  Location: Wylie Park - Under the Flag

  Packet pick up: Wylie Park Birdhouse Friday 6-8 PM or Saturday morning under the flag 8-9 AM

  Start time: 9:30 AM; Routes close at 11:30 AM

  Post Race Refreshments: Celebrate following the race with refreshments and celebration!

  Contact Numbers: 605-380-7584 or 605-380-6762

  Please no bikes or pets on the race route

  This race is hosted by the Aberdeen Area Running Club in conjunction with other community organizations. Check out how to get involved in our club at https://aberdeenarearunningclub.com/

  Run Walk

  2300 24th Ave NW, Aberdeen, South Dakota, 57401, United States
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