Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States
The Sioux Falls Marathon draws approximately 404 finishers each September on an urban road in Sioux Falls, United States. South Dakota's largest city marathon draws more than 400 finishers on a flat certified Boston-qualifier course. The course tours Sioux Falls parks, riverfront trails, and city neighborhoods on a mostly flat loop. Gentle undulations are the only breaks on an otherwise flat profile.
Sioux Falls Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
The next Sioux Falls Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 6 September 2026 with a 7:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 100 m of climbing on a mostly flat with gentle undulations layout.
The Sioux Falls Marathon is a largely flat urban road course suited to steady pacing. Starts and finishes in downtown Sioux Falls near the FARGODOME. The course tours Sioux Falls parks, riverfront trails, and city neighborhoods on a mostly flat loop. Mostly flat with gentle undulations.
The Sioux Falls Marathon course is mostly flat with gentle undulations over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 100 metres of climbing and 95 metres of descent, with a net climb of 5 metres from start to finish.
Sioux Falls Marathon is typically held in September. Registration opens through https://www.siouxfallsmarathon.com/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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