Step Up Half Marathon, Relay & 5k
Step Up Half Marathon, Relay & 5k is a running race on September 5, 2026 in Storm Lake, IA, with entry fees from $20 to $50.
- Date
- September 5, 2026 (44 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$50
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
USATF CERTIFIED Half Marathon course rarely strays from the waters edge of scenic Storm Lake. This run is primarily flat with little elevation change and makes for a fast course; perfect for a certification run. Our 5k is a nice loop course that circles back and finishes just beyond King's Pointe beach and playground. In addition to a great run on one of the most beautiful courses, you'll get to enjoy the community of Storm Lake. Home to around 30 different languages, the diversity here is amazing and shows in a great selection of restaurants and shops. Come to run and stay to explore and enjoy this place we call home.
HALF MARATHON RELAY- Our Half Marathon Relay offers two-person or four-person team options. Teams are responsible for coordinating their own handoff points along the course, with Lake Pointe Villa serving as an approximate halfway mark. Runners can divide the distance as they see fit, whether splitting it evenly or having one runner cover more ground. The only requirement is to register as either a two-person or four-person relay.
Every runner will get an awesome t-shirt that is high quality and perfect for running gear. All runners will also receive a finisher medal.
ROUTE starts at Kings Pointe Resort for USATF Course please visit this link: https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=IA19004MF
PACKET PICK UP will be Friday, September 4 at King's Pointe Resort (1520 E. Lakeshore Dr. Storm Lake, IA) from 4:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. You can also pick up your packet on Saturday morning bright and early from 6-7:00 am. at Kings Pointe Resort.
STARTING LINE DETAILS: Half marathon and half marathon relays start at 7:00 a.m. 5k race starts at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday September 5th at Kings Pointe Resort near the hotel lobby.
All races will end at the Awaysis Park (1409 E. Lakeshore Dr. Storm Lake, IA) . You can park your car at the resort or at the park as the race stars and ends within the resort area.
WATER STATIONS: There will be 6 water stations on the half- marathon route and 1 for the 5-K. They are evenly spaced through the course and they will have water and gatorade.
FINISH LINE & SNACKS: We will have snacks, music, and refreshments available for runners at the finish line.
IMPORTANT: No t-shirt guaranteed if registration received after August 22, 2026.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
77°
Typical Low
57°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Storm Lake, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Storm Lake, IA
Population
11,275
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,436 ft
Nearest Airport
FOD
Fort Dodge Regional Airport · 52 mi
Major Hub
OMA
Eppley Airfield · 100 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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44
Days to train
- Race
- Step Up Half Marathon, Relay & 5k
- Date
- September 5, 2026
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Step Up Half Marathon, Relay & 5k
Sep 5, 2026