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Harvest Half Marathon & 10K

The Harvest Half in Sioux Center, Iowa, offers a straightforward, flat road race experience.

Race Date

Oct 3, 2026

Location

Sioux Center, IA

Solid Pick45

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Location
Sioux Center, Iowa
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K run
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
260

Highlights

Good For

Beginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Local Community

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Harvest Half in Sioux Center, Iowa, provides a no-frills running experience focused on community and a straightforward course. First run in 2021 and now in its fourth edition, this half marathon typically sees around 74 finishers, drawing participants from about five states.

The course is a flat, paved road route, making it a potentially fast option for runners aiming for personal bests, though the typical winning time suggests a more relaxed pace. The race is held in early October, with average temperatures ranging from 57–75°F, offering pleasant running conditions.

With a repeat-runner loyalty of about 12%, the Harvest Half appeals to those seeking a low-key, community-oriented event. The race also offers a 10K option, catering to a broader range of runners.

Race-provided description

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Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, October 3, 2026

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

Sioux Center, IA

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Small Town

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

10K run

Quality Score

Solid Pick45
Methodology
Heritage8/20

4 years running

Size9/15

~74 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty12/20

12% returning runners

Course & details3/15

2 timing sources

National draw4/10

runners from 5 states

Front-pack speed1/5

winner 1:27:44

Weather2/10

typical high 75°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

57°

Afternoon (High)

75°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.1"

Precipitation

15 mph

Wind

57%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 260 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

260

Median time

2:05:05

Latest turnout

74

States

5

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:15p50 median ≈ 1:552:55

Turnout by year

20212025

'21'22'23'25
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Frequently asked

When is the Harvest Half Marathon & 10K?

The Harvest Half Marathon & 10K is held on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

Where does the Harvest Half Marathon & 10K take place?

It takes place in Sioux Center, Iowa.

What distances does the Harvest Half Marathon & 10K offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K run.

Is the Harvest Half Marathon & 10K course flat and good for a PR?

The Harvest Half Marathon & 10K is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Harvest Half Marathon & 10K?

HalfRuns has finish records for 260 runners who have completed the Harvest Half Marathon & 10K.

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