Step Up Half Marathon, Relay & 5k
- Date Sat 30th August 2025
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Storm Lake, Iowa
- Price $27.50 - $64.60
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for the Step Up Half Marathon, Relay & 5k taking place on Saturday, August 30, 2025, in the picturesque Storm Lake, Buena Vista! This exciting event features a USATF certified Half Marathon course that runs along the stunning waters of Storm Lake, offering a primarily flat route ideal for both seasoned runners and newcomers. Participants can also take part in a lively 5k loop course that finishes just beyond King's Pointe beach and playground, making it a perfect outing for families and friends.
For those looking to tackle the Half Marathon as a team, the Half Marathon Relay provides a fantastic opportunity with two-person and four-person team options. Runners can customize their handoff points along the course, ensuring a fun and collaborative experience. Each participant will receive a high-quality t-shirt and a finisher medal to commemorate their achievement. The festivities kick off at 7:30 a.m. at Kings Pointe Resort, and runners can look forward to well-placed water stations, snacks, music, and refreshments at the finish line. Don’t miss this chance to run in a vibrant community that celebrates diversity and offers a delightful range of local restaurants and shops. Sign up early to secure your spot and be part of this unforgettable event
For those looking to tackle the Half Marathon as a team, the Half Marathon Relay provides a fantastic opportunity with two-person and four-person team options. Runners can customize their handoff points along the course, ensuring a fun and collaborative experience. Each participant will receive a high-quality t-shirt and a finisher medal to commemorate their achievement. The festivities kick off at 7:30 a.m. at Kings Pointe Resort, and runners can look forward to well-placed water stations, snacks, music, and refreshments at the finish line. Don’t miss this chance to run in a vibrant community that celebrates diversity and offers a delightful range of local restaurants and shops. Sign up early to secure your spot and be part of this unforgettable event
Organiser's Description
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, August 29 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: All Races begin at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday August 30 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 guaranteed t-shirt if registration received after August 21, 2025.
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, August 29 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: All Races begin at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday August 30 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 guaranteed t-shirt if registration received after August 21, 2025.
Races
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Step Up Half Marathon
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 30th August 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$64.60
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Step Up 5k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 30th August 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$43.40
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Step Up Relays (Each Person Must Regiser)
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 30th August 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$48.70
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Step Up Youth Entry
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 30th August 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$27.50
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