Marathons in South Dakota
South Dakota is home to 5 marathons in our database in United States, spread across cities including Brookings, Deadwood, Hill City, and Sioux Falls, and more.
Sioux Falls Marathon is the largest race in the lineup, typically drawing around 404 finishers, while the full spread offers everything from fast urban courses to scenic regional events.
Browse the races below for course maps, elevation profiles, typical weather, and practical race-day detail to help you choose your next start line.
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BismarckNorth DakotaUnited States· 238 km away
Bismarck Marathon
The Bismarck Marathon draws approximately 206 finishers each September on an urban road in Bismarck, United States. North Dakota's longest-running marathon draws runners from across the Midwest to the capital region each September. The course tours Missouri River trails, state capital neighborhoods, and Bismarck–Mandan riverfront roads. Rolling terrain with moderate climbs shapes the middle miles.
Next race: Sunday, 5 September 2027
FargoNorth DakotaUnited States· 317 km away
Fargo Marathon
The Fargo Marathon draws about 2,500 finishers each May through North Dakota's largest city on the flat Red River valley. The course passes the Fargodome, the historic downtown, and the Red River with community celebrations at every mile. May spring weather on the northern plains and a flat, friendly course make it one of the most beloved regional marathons in the American Midwest.
Next race: Saturday, 22 May 2027
WillistonNorth DakotaUnited States· 479 km away
Williston Marathon
The Williston Marathon draws approximately 10 finishers each October on a scenic road in Williston, United States. Northwest North Dakota's established marathon serves the Williston running community on a flat prairie loop. The course runs through Williston neighborhoods and northwestern prairie roads. Gentle undulations are the only breaks on an otherwise flat profile.
Next race: Saturday, 5 June 2027
OmahaNebraskaUnited States· 498 km away
Omaha Marathon
The Omaha Marathon draws approximately 1,300 finishers each September on an urban road in Omaha, United States. Its downtown finish ties the race closely to Omaha's revived riverfront core. The route passes the Old Market, the Missouri River corridor, and broad streets with skyline views across the city. Rolling terrain with moderate climbs shapes the middle miles.
Next race: Sunday, 26 September 2027
MinneapolisMinnesotaUnited States· 502 km away
Minneapolis Marathon
The Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon (listed here as Minneapolis Marathon) draws thousands of finishers on an urban point-to-point road course from Minneapolis to Saint Paul, United States. It starts downtown Minneapolis and finishes at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul after passing the Chain of Lakes. Mostly flat with gentle undulations and a late Summit Avenue climb.
Next race: Sunday, 3 October 2027
LincolnNebraskaUnited States· 509 km away
Lincoln Marathon
The Lincoln Marathon draws approximately 1,052 finishers each May on an urban road in Lincoln, United States. It is Nebraska's premier marathon and a long-standing Boston-qualifier with a competitive Midwestern field each spring. The course passes the Capitol, the University of Nebraska campus, and tree-lined city boulevards through the Star City. Rolling terrain with moderate climbs shapes the middle miles.
Next race: Sunday, 2 May 2027