Join us on Kentucky Derby Day for the Inaugural Race for the Roses on Saturday, May 3rd! This 5K Run in Queeny Park benefits St. Louis Children's Hospital and is sponsored by Maplewood and Meramec Valley Community Kiwanis Clubs.

After the race, take part in the "Best Derby Day Hat" contest to receive gift certificates from local businesses! After the race, enjoy water and Derby 2 Bite Brownies while you wait to see who wins the Best Derby Hat Contest. Channel 5’s Rene Knott will also be in attendance as our official emcee!

All registrants will receive a commemorative race shirt. The top male and female overall finishers will receive a Victory Plaque along with a dozen red roses. Age group winners will receive a race medal and a single red rose.