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Aberdeen Family YMCA Bull Run

Aberdeen Family YMCA Bull Run

Race Date

Jul 25, 2026

Location

Aberdeen, SD

Solid Pick40

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Location
Aberdeen, South Dakota
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 2 Miles, Munchkin Run, 13.1 Miles, Virtual Munchkin Run
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
3

The Experience

We are excited to announce we are offering the Bull Run In-person and Virtual this year in 2026.  The Virtual Race will be July 25 and the In-person Race is Saturday, July 25, 2026.  Both events are open to everyone!  Make sure you register for the correct race, "Virtual" or In-person. The Bull Run proceeds benefit YMCA programs and provide financial assistance to youth and families that may not otherwise be able to afford a Y membership and all it has to offer. Our YMCA programs are for Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. IN-PERSON RUN DETAILS GENERAL INFORMATION - Aid stations will be provided along all routes. - Refreshments will be available at the finish area. - For your safety no bikes, roller blades or scooters allowed for the Fun Walk. Strollers and wagons are welcome! - Walkers must use the sidewalks at all times.   RACE DAY SCHEDULE Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to assure quick check in and efficient ordering of t-shirts and food. Registration will be held in the YMCA Community Rooms beginning at 6:30am - 6:30 am Registration Opens - 7:00 am Half Marathon starts - 8:00 am 10K, 5K starts - 8:00 am Fun Walk after 10K, 5K start - 9:30 am Munchkin Run (age 3-12) Awards ceremony and refreshments immediately following the Munchkin Run.   AGE CATEGORIES 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ (age on race day)   AWARDS Male and female overall winners in Half Marathon, 10K and 5K, will receive a YMCA Bull Run running shirt. Additional prizes will also be awarded in each age category.*All Half Marathon runners will receive a finishers medal SPECIAL REGISTRATION FEES STUDENT REGISTRATION Students 18 years old and younger - $20 ($30 after July 19) ADULT REGISTRATION Ages 19 and up - $30 ($40 after July 19) FAMILY REGISTRATION Families can register together under a Family Registration Rate by clicking the Multi-Person Pricing link on the Signup page. Family Rate: $70.00 ($90 after July 19) Immediate Family Members can register under the Family Rate Family rate includes a shirt for all participating family members (ages 3 & up)

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, July 25, 2026

Start Time

7:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

5 South State Street, Aberdeen, SD, 57401

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

6.2 Miles3.1 Miles2 MilesMunchkin Run13.1 MilesVirtual Munchkin Run

Quality Score

Solid Pick40
Methodology
Heritage20/20

11 years running

Size7/15

~21 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

5% returning runners

Course & details5/15

6 timing sources

National draw5/10

runners from 7 states

Front-pack speed1/5

winner 1:34:38

Weather0/10

typical high 87°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

67°

Afternoon (High)

87°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.1"

Precipitation

14 mph

Wind

67%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 3 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.

Most recent

2020

Total finishers

3

Median time

2:16:22

Latest turnout

3

States

2

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:55p50 median ≈ 2:152:50
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Frequently asked

When is the Aberdeen Family YMCA Bull Run?

The Aberdeen Family YMCA Bull Run is held on Saturday, July 25, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.

Where does the Aberdeen Family YMCA Bull Run take place?

It takes place in Aberdeen, South Dakota.

What distances does the Aberdeen Family YMCA Bull Run offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 2 Miles, Munchkin Run, 13.1 Miles, Virtual Munchkin Run.

Is the Aberdeen Family YMCA Bull Run course flat and good for a PR?

The Aberdeen Family YMCA Bull Run is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Aberdeen Family YMCA Bull Run?

HalfRuns has finish records for 3 runners who have completed the Aberdeen Family YMCA Bull Run.

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