605 Running Company Heads to The Running Event 2025

By: Greg Koch

Next week, Derrick Ettel (VP of Operations) and I will be traveling to San Antonio, Texas to attend The Running Event (TRE)—one of the largest and most influential gatherings in the run specialty industry. TRE brings together running stores, brand partners, innovators, and educators from across the country for several days of learning, networking, and industry-shaping conversation.

Learn more about the event here: https://www.therunningevent.com/

This trip is a critical opportunity for us to explore new ideas, strengthen our partnerships, and bring back valuable knowledge that will benefit our customers and our team. For the third year in a row, 605 Running Company will also be honored as one of the Best Running Stores in the country—a recognition we do not take lightly, and one that is only possible because of the amazing community that supports us.

On a personal note, I’m especially excited that Derrick will be joining me this year. For the past two years I’ve attended TRE solo, and being able to share this experience with someone who is such a key leader in our company means a great deal to me. This trip reflects the incredible trust and value he brings to our organization.

Store Operations During TRE WeekBecause both Derrick and I will be away, our operations will look a little different the week of December 1–5, 2025.

📍 Downtown Store (11am–4pm)

• Open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
• Staffed by Ben Devlin, who is adjusting his full-time schedule at the Old Courthouse Museum to keep things running for us.
  This is a huge help, and we’re incredibly grateful for his commitment to 605 Running Company.
  
  

📍 The Bridges Location

• Closed December 1–5, 2025
  
  

📦 Online Store & Order Fulfillment

• Ben will also be fulfilling online orders daily:
  shop.run605.com
  
  

As a small team, balancing this important industry opportunity while continuing to serve our community is always a challenge. Daily retail sales keep our business moving, and we are fortunate to have a loyal teammate like Ben who is willing to step up to make this possible.

TRE Week Local Business Challenge + Daily GiveawayWhile we’re away, we’re shining a spotlight on some of our favorite local small businesses—and giving you the chance to win!

Each day, we’ll raffle off a $25 digital 605 Running Company gift certificate. To enter:

1. Visit the featured business of the day
2. Make a purchase
3. Take a photo and tag:
   • @run605
   • The partner business
   • Use the hashtag #run605

Daily Partner Lineup
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Monday: Breadsmith
https://www.breadsmith.com/sioux-falls/

Tuesday: The Spice & Tea Exchange
https://www.spiceandtea.com/a/store-locator/Sioux-Falls.html

Wednesday: The Breaks Coffee Roasting Co.
https://www.thebreakscoffeeroasting.com/

Thursday: Fernson Downtown
https://www.fernson.com/downtown

Friday: The Cookie Jar Eatery
https://www.cookiejarsd.com/

Let’s take this opportunity to support local shops, enjoy some great products, and maybe win a little 605 store credit while you’re at it!

Online Savings Coming SoonWe’ll also be launching special online promotions during TRE week—these will be announced right after the holiday weekend.

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