6 events in Rapid City, South Dakota
From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find 5k events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
Rapid City
6 events in Rapid City-
Sat, Feb 14, 2026 at 4:00 PMSee full details
💘 Cupid Run – February 14, 2026 💘
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the Cupid Run, a fun and festive community race starting and finishing at Marco’s Pizza! Whether you’re running for love, fitness, or pizza, this event has something for everyone. Registration closes at 4:00 p.m. on February 13, 2026.
👟 Kids 1K
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Start Time: 4:00 p.m.
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Cost: FREE
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Open to kids to enjoy a short, fun run in a supportive environment.
🏃 5K Run/Walk
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Start Time: 4:15 p.m.
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Registration: $25
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Black Hills Runners Club Members: $5 discount with membership
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Ages 16 & Under: FREE when participating in the 5K
Bring your friends, family, and Valentine spirit for an afternoon of running, laughter, and community fun. Stick around after the race to enjoy the atmosphere and support fellow runners.
❤️ Run fast. Run happy. Run with heart at the Cupid Run! ❤️
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Fri, Jun 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Come join us for a 5K run/walk to help protect the floodplain to commemorate the lives lost during the flood of 1972. Share the priceless outdoor space and celebrate the largest community unifying space in Rapid City for the next generation!
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Sun, Jul 05, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
America’s 250th Birthday 5K – Rapid City, SD
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with an unforgettable run through the heart of the City of Presidents! Join us on Sunday, July 5, 2026, in beautiful Rapid City as we wrap up the Fourth of July festivities with the America’s 250th Birthday 5K.
The race begins at 7:30 a.m. at Memorial Park and will bring runners and walkers together for a patriotic celebration. Whether you are chasing a personal best, running with friends and family, or simply celebrating America’s historic milestone, this event is the perfect way to finish your Independence Day weekend in style.
***THE FIRST 250 REGISTERED WILL RECEIVE A CUSTOM FINISHER MEDAL COMMERORATING AMERICA'S 250th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION. ****
Don’t wait — register early to secure your medal!
Race Details
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Date: Sunday, July 5, 2026
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Start Time: 7:30 a.m.
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Location: Memorial Park
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Registration Cost:
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MUST BE REGISTERED BY 6-23-26 TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT*
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$35 plus fees (Adult with shirt)
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$30 plus fees (16 and Under with shirt)
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Free for 16 and Under with NO shirt
There will be a limited supply of additional shirts available for purchase on the day of the event.
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup will be available:
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Friday, July 3, 2026 at Black Hills Running Company
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Race morning prior to the event
Come celebrate America’s 250th Birthday, enjoy the energy of downtown Rapid City, and be part of a memorable conclusion to a once in a lifetime holiday weekend.
Register now to be guaranteed your commemorative finisher medal!
REGISTER BY 6-23-2026 TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT
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Sun, Sep 27, 2026 at 12:00 PMSee full details
Join us for the 4th Annual Teacher Trot on Sunday, Sept 27, 2026!
Children's House Montessori is a nonprofit school with a 35 year history of educating children using the Montessori Method. We currently have classrooms serving students ages 3 to 12 years old with two locations in Rapid City, SD. We are a non-profit organization, state accredited school for grades K-6, and a Department of Social Services licensed facility. The 5K Teacher Trot raises money to send assistants to Montessori Teacher Training, a 2 year process that costs approximately $15K-$20K per person. This helps us sustain and grow our school by ensuring we have Montessori credentialed teachers at every classroom level.
The 5K CHM Teacher Trot takes place each May at Raider Park. This year's race is on Sunday, September 27, 2026. The start and finish line is at the Stevens High School Practice Football Field (across from our Primary Campus 4021 Range Rd). Arrive at 11am to pick up your t-shirt and race day swag bag. Race will start at 12pm. Parking available in our school parking lot as well as Stevens HS parking lot.
EVEN IF YOU ARE NOT A RUNNER, please come and support the school! Register to get a t-shirt and come for the fun. We will have bouncy houses for the kids and food trucks for a delicious lunch. Bring a picnic blanket or lawn chair. Strollers or Striders are welcome for the littles. Register by April 11 to receive a race t-shirt.
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Sat, Oct 10, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Race Time:
1K Kids Run: 3:45 pm
5K Run: 4:00 pm
Location: Black Hills Running Company
Registration Fee: $25.00+tax (use your member ID and get the BHRC discount)
1K kids run: Free
16 and under: Free entry but no swag
Race will be run toward Canyon Lake and back.
Come dressed in your favorite costume for a chance at some prizes!!
Local Clubs & Organizations
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Club
USA Swimming Club. 102 members.
[email protected] +1 605-646-2137