Runners and park lovers unite for the beloved holiday event of the season, Tower Grove Park's Annual Frosted 5K! Set against the picturesque backdrop of the park, this festive race invites participants of all levels to bundle up and embrace the chill! The race takes place from the Old Carriage Shelter.

All participants will receive exclusive Tower Grove Park Frosted 5K ceramic campfire mug with their registration. *Must register by November 15th to guarantee merchandise.

Participants age 21+ will receive a complimentary post-race beer. All participants can enjoy the post-race party in the Frosted Pop-Up Bar in the Piper Palm House as well as the Frosted Holiday Market in the Music Stand Loop!

St. Louis's classic winter running series, the St. Louis Track Club Frostbite Series, returns for 2024-2025 in Forest Park. 

The Frostbite Series will take place at its usual short and long course series of races starting at the Forest Park Visitors Center. All series participants will receive a race shirt and series commemorative event medal. Series awards will be earned by accruing points across a maximum of four races (i.e., your four best races). There will be 5 awards per age/gender group. For the individual races in each series, the top five runners in each age group by gender receive a ribbon.

Grab your friends and family for the St. Charles Regional Chamber's 14th Annual Santa's North Pole Dash! This year's theme is the 12 Days of Christmas. Come dressed a Partridge in a Pear Tree, a French Hen, or a Lord a-Leaping!

Santa's North Pole Dash features timed 5K and 1-Mile courses that are fun for serious runners and leisurely walkers alike. Both courses start along the riverside of Historic St. Charles and finish behind the Convention and Visitor's Bureau. After the race, stay for the awards and festivities. Get your photo taken in our life-size snow globe, eat a donut or two, and congratulate the winners of each age group. Then, enjoy the holiday traditions that downtown St. Charles has to offer.

The first 1500 to register will be guaranteed a themed hat and finisher medal. All participants will receive a themed runner's shirt. Themed shirts will be available in a guaranteed size through November 1st. After this date, the registration kiosk will display a countdown with the number of shirts remaining in each size. Once a size is gone, runners will need to select a different size.

The Girl Scout Cookie Run is Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri's annual run. This year we are excited to again offer in-person and virtual participation options. In-person participants are invited to join us on November 30 to participate in the 5K or 1-mile run/walk. Virtual participants will have the opportunity to complete their run or walk over a 10-day period from November 22 - December 1, 2024. So whether you run on a treadmill, jog around the neighborhood or walk a local trail, our virtual event is a great option to participate in this event. Race packets will be mailed to all virtual participants. Register by November 6th to guarantee you receive your packet by November 22nd.

All 5K and 1-mile participants will receive a commemorative Girl Scout themed medal. Participants have the option to choose a t-shirt or swag bundle (beanie and gloves) with their registration. There is also an option to opt out of swag to save $5. Swag quantities are limited, so register early to guarantee your preferred choice. A custom event patch is available for ordering during registration, and, new this year, a Cookie Run crewneck! Top finishers in each age category will receive free Girl Scout cookies! Break a sweat and get moving with friends and family at Girl Scouts Cookie Run!

What better way to kick off your Thanksgiving day than with an active morning with thousands of runners and walkers at Turkey Trot STL on the most popular day of racing in America. Join us for this Thanksgiving tradition by running or walking in the family-friendly Turkey Trot STL 5K at St. Charles Family Arena. Not only will you burn some calories before the big feast, but you'll also be making a difference in our community by supporting local food pantries. Thanks to the generosity of our participants, Turkey Trot STL has donated over $35,000 and 43,000 pounds of canned goods to local food pantries since 2014. Don't miss the chance to be part of a Thanksgiving tradition that's good for you and good for others.

Once again, we'll have freshly made donuts from Donut King to hold you over until your Thanksgiving feast. We're excited to partner with this locally-owned St. Charles business. Travelin' Tom's Coffee will also be back with two trucks selling hot chocolate and cofee drinks!

If you can't join us in-person, you can register for the virtual event and pay to have your swag shipped to you.

Knockout ALD is proud to present our 8th Annual Run for ALD, Cure the Boys on Nov. 23rd, a 5K/1 mile run/walk homegrown event, (with a virtual option!) the only one of its kind in the St. Louis area that raises awareness and funds for adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD).

• What is ALD? ALD is a very progressive rare disease that most severely affects about 1 in 17,000 boys, many of whom suffer severe neurological symptoms that often result in death if undiagnosed and not treated very early.

• Why? Our event is inspired by the vision of our son Nicholas who had a successful bone marrow transplant to halt the progression of his cerebral ALD at the University of Minnesota Children's Hospital (a world leader in transplants and ALD research). 100% of the funds raised from our event will directly benefit the University of Minnesota's Leukodystrophy Center for ALD Research to support their research efforts for early identification, more effective therapy and treatment options, and hopefully one day a cure for this devastating disease.

The Saint Louis classic road race returns for the 53rd year! The Saint Louis Track Club will host the Saint Louis Half Marathon and 5K on November 10, 2024! 

First held in 1971, the Saint Louis Half Marathon is the longest running half marathon race in the Saint Louis region. We again will offer both virtual and in-person options! 

Prize money will be paid out to the top three overall male and female runners for the live, in-person Half Marathon. The prize money awards for Half Marathon overall winners will be: $500 each to the overall male and female first place finisher, $250 each to the overall male and female second place finisher, and $100 each to the overall male and female third place finisher. We will also offer male and female age group awards for the following Half Marathon age groups (as of race day): under 19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70+.

For the 5K, awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers only. 

The event features a 10K(ish) mile course that takes runners through some of the most picturesque areas of the park. Runners typically experience explosive fall foliage and cooler fall temperatures. The course will begin and finish near the race headquarters at the beautiful stone lakeside pavilion. Heading out on the course in waves of 25-35 people every couple minutes, participants can expect rolling dirt hills mixed with rocky patches, great scenic views from all angles around the lake, and open fields with tall grass, before heading back into the woods.

The course offers new challenges for every level. Competitive runners can let loose and move into a flow around twists and turns without worrying about difficult climbs. Novice runners will get a taste of a semi-fast course while enjoying awesome scenery. Beginners can enjoy striking views along the entire course that will remind you of the Ozarks, with some challenging footing that will keep you on your toes!

Join us for the 23rd Annual Gumbo Flats Pumpkin Run

The Chesterfield Regional Chamber is proud to announce its 23rd Annual Gumbo Flats Pumpkin Run. This popular event will take place on Saturday, October 19, 2024 and will begin at the Chesterfield Towne Center. Hundreds of community members join us each year for the annual Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce Gumbo Flats Pumpkin Run/Walk. The 5K and 10K are out and back courses. The Chamber also hosts a half-mile Children's Fun Run for ages 10 and under. Costumes are encouraged for kids and adults alike!

Thirsty Thursdays are back and once again sponsored by Good News Brewing and Fleet Feet St. Louis. We will once again host a series of timed 5K pub runs so we can enjoy two of our favorite activities: running and beer! One Thursday a month from April through October, we will have a professionally timed race on the Katy Trail from Good News Brewing in Defiance, MO. The course will be an out and back on the Katy Trail with an open start line format to allow for social distancing and commute times. All registrants 21 & older will receive a free beer from Good News for some post-race refreshment, and Good News will also be offering extended bar hours and a pizza buffet for purchase. We also have some sweet swag available for purchase during registration. Sign up now to join us on one (or more!) of our Thirsty Thursday 5Ks!

Since our inaugural event in 2017, we have always said that The Sun Run is “more than a 5k”. In 2024, that will literally be true and we invite you to experience The Sun Run re-imagined!

Presented by Walgreens, The Sun Run is set to take Forest Park by storm on October 13, 2024. Due to construction in the park this year, we are doing “MORE in ‘24”. This not-to-be-missed event promises MORE miles (a 6k and 1-mile course) and MORE fun for runners and non-runners of all ages!

The 6k run features chip-timing from Start 2 Finish St. Louis and the 1-mile offers a casual walk option. Every run/walk registrant will receive an official Sun Run t-shirt. Can’t make it to Forest Park? Virtual participation is also available!

We will maintain our tradition of having a robust Runners’ Village filled with local food and beverage vendors and entertainment galore. We will have a DJ, a juggler, face painters, balloon artists, bubble machines and lots of kids’ games and activities. MORE IN 2024 we are adding a Polar Palace experience! Finish your run or walk and cool off in Polar Palace, where you can enjoy some yummy frozen treats, hot cocoa, interaction with Elsa, Anna and Olaf and activities for the kids!

Our Annual Celebrate Life 6K Run/Walk will be held on Sunday, October 6th, in Forest Park at the Upper Muny Lot. We are excited to raise awareness about organ, tissue, and eye donation and to celebrate the gift of life. By bringing the St. Louis Transplant Community together, we will honor donor families and living donors, celebrate new life with recipients, support those waiting for a life-saving transplant, and inspire others to say yes to donation. Mid-America Transplant is focused on strengthening our communities by not only serving as the link between patients awaiting organ and tissue transplants and those who donate, but also as a community-based resource providing education and bereavement support.

The 13th Annual Harvest Moon run takes place in Historic Route 66 State Park on Saturday, October 5th, 2024. Proceeds benefit the Eureka-Pacific Elks Lodge Weekend Backpack Food Program as well as Agape House-Pacific, Eureka Food Pantry, Feed My People-High Ridge, and Peace Pantry-Cedar Hill.

Runners and walkers alike will enjoy the paved flat course through Route 66 State Park for this fantastic night event. Pathlighters will be aglow at every turn lighting your steps as you zip by on your way to the moonlit finish line. 5k participants will get a long-sleeve t-shirt and an Energizer headlight to light their path!

Start your Sunday off right with the 13th Annual Saint Charles Oktoberfest 5K & 10K. The race features fast and flat courses for both the 5K and 10K distances throughout historic St. Charles. The course winds through the best of what St. Charles has to offer - including the Katy Trail, historic Main Street and Frenchtown District. The races finish at one of the biggest riverfront festivals in St. Charles - The St. Charles Oktoberfest! The race benefits the Disabled Athlete Sports Association.

All 5K and 10K registrants will receive a commemorative medal, shirt, and custom race bib. Participants over 21 years of age will receive one FREE beer immediately after the race. There will be a ticket on your bib to redeem for your free beer. Race participants 21+ will also receive a free beer bracelet on race day that allows them to drink at the festival when presenting a valid photo ID.

The Alton Miles for Meso is a 5K race and 3K fun run/walk held in historic Alton, Illinois. This year's event will be held in person and virtually on Saturday, Sept. 21st. Everyone who registers will receive a custom participation medal in addition to a long-sleeve, moisture-wicking T-shirt and race bag.

In person 5K runners are eligible for cash prizes and age group medals.

Virtual participants will report their results via the link that will be provided via email. Please share pictures and join in our social conversations on Facebook and Twitter by using the hashtag #MilesForMeso.

Presented by Simmons Hanly Conroy and coordinated by the Metro Tri Club, all proceeds from the event will benefit the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization. Since 2009, the race has raised more than $925,000 for mesothelioma cancer research and awareness.

Thirsty Thursdays are back and once again sponsored by Good News Brewing and Fleet Feet St. Louis. We will once again host a series of timed 5K pub runs so we can enjoy two of our favorite activities: running and beer! One Thursday a month from April through October, we will have a professionally timed race on the Katy Trail from Good News Brewing in Defiance, MO. The course will be an out and back on the Katy Trail with an open start line format to allow for social distancing and commute times. All registrants 21 & older will receive a free beer from Good News for some post-race refreshment, and Good News will also be offering extended bar hours and a pizza buffet for purchase. We also have some sweet swag available for purchase during registration. Sign up now to join us on one (or more!) of our Thirsty Thursday 5Ks!

Join the Dogtown Doggy Dash 5k on Sunday, September 15th at 8 AM!

Get ready for a tail-wagging morning as Garcia Properties and Instinct Pet Food present the Dogtown Doggy Dash 5k! This one-of-a-kind race welcomes both you and your canine companions to the heart of Dogtown.

Co-hosted by the Dogtown Running Club and Blank Slate, this race brings out the vibrant spirit of the St. Louis running community. It’s perfect for runners and walkers of all levels!

Mark your calendars and register today for the Dogtown Doggy Dash 5k. Embrace the charm of Dogtown and create unforgettable memories with your loyal companion!

Thirsty Thursdays are back and once again sponsored by Good News Brewing and Fleet Feet St. Louis. We will once again host a series of timed 5K pub runs so we can enjoy two of our favorite activities: running and beer! One Thursday a month from April through October, we will have a professionally timed race on the Katy Trail from Good News Brewing in Defiance, MO. The course will be an out and back on the Katy Trail with an open start line format to allow for social distancing and commute times. All registrants 21 & older will receive a free beer from Good News for some post-race refreshment, and Good News will also be offering extended bar hours and a pizza buffet for purchase. We also have some sweet swag available for purchase during registration. Sign up now to join us on one (or more!) of our Thirsty Thursday 5Ks!

The Market Mile is a community-based, one-mile walk/run that invites you to give back and have fun doing it!

Beyond the promise of sunny summer weather, a one-mile course straight down Market Street, the “take it at your own pace” vibes and a buzzing after-party at Union Station, the Market Mile is different because it’s powering up the nonprofits who work tirelessly on the future of our city.

The Market Mile serves St. Louis through core areas of need: accessible green spaces, safe housing and public safety. These pillars will change as time goes on, but for our inaugural year, we sought four race beneficiaries whose missions aligned with these core needs.

Run, walk or hike anywhere in the world between August 1st and 31st.

Go solo or join a two-person team. 50, 100 or 200 miles.

Join us to show the world that we run together against discrimination, prejudice and racism. We run for real change and that starts with one sister or mister at a time reaching across the race lines. Running is our vehicle and connection is our superpower. Invite your friends (open to men and women) to team up for this important virtual event!

Thirsty Thursdays are back and once again sponsored by Good News Brewing and Fleet Feet St. Louis. We will once again host a series of timed 5K pub runs so we can enjoy two of our favorite activities: running and beer! One Thursday a month from April through October, we will have a professionally timed race on the Katy Trail from Good News Brewing in Defiance, MO. The course will be an out and back on the Katy Trail with an open start line format to allow for social distancing and commute times. All registrants 21 & older will receive a free beer from Good News for some post-race refreshment, and Good News will also be offering extended bar hours and a pizza buffet for purchase. We also have some sweet swag available for purchase during registration. Sign up now to join us on one (or more!) of our Thirsty Thursday 5Ks!

You think you’re good? You think you’re tough? Come try our course…IT’LL EAT YOU UP! The Cannibal is a 5/10/15K run or a 5K walk that starts in beautiful downtown Hannibal, and proceeds south along the Mississippi River and straight up one of Hannibal’s toughest hills, the infamous Lover’s Leap, before returning to the downtown area. The Cannibal is a U.S.A. Track and Field certified course.

Proceeds from this year’s race will benefit the Heart Hero Campaign at Hannibal Regional Foundation.  

Join the O'Fallon Chamber of Commerce on July 4th for the 40th Annual Firecracker 5K, 10K, and 1 Mile Fun Run! This race includes a commemorative t-shirt, Finisher Medal, Business Expo, and access to the world-famous Runners Only Area!

Thirsty Thursdays are back and once again sponsored by Good News Brewing and Fleet Feet St. Louis. We will once again host a series of timed 5K pub runs so we can enjoy two of our favorite activities: running and beer! One Thursday a month from April through October, we will have a professionally timed race on the Katy Trail from Good News Brewing in Defiance, MO. The course will be an out and back on the Katy Trail with an open start line format to allow for social distancing and commute times. All registrants 21 & older will receive a free beer from Good News for some post-race refreshment, and Good News will also be offering extended bar hours and a pizza buffet for purchase. We also have some sweet swag available for purchase during registration. Sign up now to join us on one (or more!) of our Thirsty Thursday 5Ks!

Celebrate what makes running fun — high-fives, endorphins, good friends. Come hang with Fleet Feet on Global Running Day, run a breezy 3.1 miles and make The Big Run an epic party.

Want a chance to win in addition to the race? Sign up through April 15th to be entered into a drawing for a gift basket from Brooks Running! Terms and conditions may apply.

For the eight year, Fleet Feet is excited to bring the running community together to celebrate Global Running Day on June 5, back at Creve Coeur Park in St. Louis. Participants can choose to receive a commemorative The Big Run shirt, or opt-out of the swag to save on registration fees. All finishers receive this year's custom finisher medal. In-person participants can enjoy post-race refreshments, including beer provided by Michelob Ultra, food trucks, snacks, music, and more!

DO SOMETHING EXTRA - RUN FOR DOWN SYNDROME!

In honor of the third copy of the twenty-first chromosome, the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis invites you to run an in-person or virtual 5K (plus a little extra!) on June 2nd to support the Down Syndrome Association. Run for 21 celebrates the amazing lives of people with Down syndrome. The race will coincide with the association's largest celebration of the year - Step Up for Down Syndrome. All proceeds will benefit the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis! The run will start and end in the Upper Muny Parking Lot in Forest Park by the Step Up for Down Syndrome celebration. There will also be a virtual 3.21 mile option as well.

Race amenities include a race shirt, finisher medal and entry into the Step Up for Down Syndrome celebration, plus results managed by Start 2 Finish and a ticket to an unlimited pancake breakfast by Chris Cakes.

Thirsty Thursdays are back and once again sponsored by Good News Brewing and Fleet Feet St. Louis. We will once again host a series of timed 5K pub runs so we can enjoy two of our favorite activities: running and beer! One Thursday a month from April through October, we will have a professionally timed race on the Katy Trail from Good News Brewing in Defiance, MO. The course will be an out and back on the Katy Trail with an open start line format to allow for social distancing and commute times. All registrants 21 & older will receive a free beer from Good News for some post-race refreshment, and Good News will also be offering extended bar hours and a pizza buffet for purchase. We also have some sweet swag available for purchase during registration. Sign up now to join us on one (or more!) of our Thirsty Thursday 5Ks!

Grab your friends and your four-legged companion and join us in beautiful Tower Grove Park for the 29th annual Bark in the Park, presented by Purina! Known for its beautiful landscaping, popular Farmer’s Market and dozens of major St. Louis events each year, Tower Grove Park is going to be a paws-atively perfect place for you and your furry friends to celebrate the largest pet festival in the Midwest!

The Joplin Memorial Run (JMR) is in it’s FINAL Year. Friday, May 17 and Saturday May 18, 2024.

JMR is an event to honor the 161 victims from the 2011 Joplin Tornado as well as celebrate Joplin’s resilience in overcoming the destruction of 8000 structures. The events include the Freeman half-marathon, Sparklight 10K, Liberty 5K, and Sign Designs Kid’s Run, on Saturday, May 20. Packet Pickup is Friday, May 17 at the Cornell Complex, 212 W 7th Street in downtown Joplin.

Join us on Sunday, May 12th for the return of the St. Charles Half Marathon! Starting from Missouri Research Park, the 13.1 miles showcase the area's natural beauty. Participants receive a custom race shirt and a custom finisher medal celebrating their accomplishment!

Can't make it to the in-person event but want to be a part of the fun and stay motivated? Sign up for the half marathon as a virtual runner and receive the same shirt and custom 4" die cast finisher medal as in-person participants, and complete the distance on your own!