
Raider Run is a running race on April 24, 2027 in Rapid City, SD, with an entry fee of $35.
RAIDER RUN — 8K DOUBLE RUN (5K + 3K)
Two races. One challenge.
Ready to try something different? The Raider Run challenges you to race, recover, and return to the starting line for round two!
Start with a 5K, take a recovery break, and then tackle a 3K. Your times from both races are added together to determine your final placing. The break doesn’t count toward your score—but how you recover and prepare for the second race is part of the challenge!
How it works
Complete the 5K first.
The 3K begins 75 minutes after the start of the 5K. Your recovery time depends on when you finish the first race.
Complete the 3K and combine your two running times for your official 8K Double Run result.
Whether you’re chasing a top finish or working toward a personal goal, you’ll have two starting lines, two finish lines, and one achievement to celebrate.
The shirt is yours. The medal is earned.
Every registered participant receives a Raider Run event T-shirt. Finish both races to earn your 8K Double Run finisher’s medal—a reminder that you accepted the challenge and completed the whole thing.
Awards
Awards recognize male and female overall Double Run champions and age-group winners based on combined times. Age groups are under 18, 18–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, and 60 and older. The fastest male and female 5K and 3K performances among Double Run finishers will also be recognized.
Run with purpose
Proceeds from Raider Run benefit Running Strong for American Indian Youth, co-founded by Olympic gold medalist Billy Mills. Your participation helps support Native American youth and communities through an organization dedicated to meeting essential needs and empowering young people to pursue their dreams.
Stevens Raiders Track & Field wants to do our part to give back to the community, especially by supporting youth. Join us in turning a new running challenge into an opportunity to make a difference.
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
57°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rapid City Wfo, 3 mi from the venue.
Population
76,836
as of 2023
City Elevation
3,317 ft
Nearest Airport
RAP
Rapid City Regional Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Raider Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.


Raider Run
Apr 24, 2027