Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Come join us and race under the moonlight at the 15th annual Moonlight Howl 5K Run/Walk. This unique race starts at 9pm so you can enjoy the cooler weather and experience the thrill of running at night! The Ballwin Moonlight Howl 5K run/walk encourages and welcomes all ages and fitness levels. For more information including course maps, schedule of events, race options, volunteer signup, etc. Please visit - https://www.mseracing.com/moonlight-howl-run

Run the St. Louis Hot Cider Hustle 5K & 10K on October 24th, 2026. All participants get an event shirt, hot cider, caramel apple, and a finishers mug! Use #HotCiderHustle to share your photos! Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to the event. All official information is on the event's website MissouriRuns.com

Join us at historic Elmwood Cemetery for the 8th Annual Graveyard 5K on Saturday, October 25th! This one-of-a-kind run winds entirely through the beautiful grounds of Elmwood Cemetery—home to some of Kansas City’s most notable figures—and supports vital preservation and maintenance efforts. Looking ahead to 2026, we’re excited to announce a 1-mile fun run for all ages and age group winners! We will also have fun activities to enjoy post-race. Some fun facts about Elmwood Cemetery include:🎃 Keep an eye out for the headstone of Americus McKim, the owner of KC's first professional baseball team, The Kansas City Unions. Without him, we wouldn't be able to cheer on the Royals today!🎃 Kirkland Brooks Armour, the founding member of Armour and Company Meat Packing, is buried in the Armour Family plot in Elmwood. Armour Boulevard is named after Kirkland and his family.🎃 The Elmwood Cemetery is the second oldest cemetery in Kansas City.🎃 It's also the

Ghouls and Goblins, lace up your sneakers for a Halloween 5k at Otahki Lake KOA! Join us to support a great cause, Care Camps Foundation! Their mission is "to give joy, hope, and the healing power of the outdoors to children with cancer and their families at medically supervised pediatric oncology camps." KOA is a proud partner of Care Camps and activities like the Monster Dash 5k enable us to give back! Proceeds from this race will go to Care Camps! RACE DETAILS: Monster Dash 5k Run/Walk on Saturday, October 31st at Otahki Lake KOA  Start Time: 9 am for both runners and walkers, Registration/Bib pick up begins at 8 am at the Lodge  ALL AGES WELCOME! Swag: 2026 Monster Dash 5k t-shirt guaranteed for the first 35 participants, participation medal, snacks/water, Top 3 finishers receive a trophy! This race is a 3.5 mile trail run through the park with moderate inclines. Running surface is packed gravel and mixed media terrain.

We are back for year 6!!! Join us as we continue to help local women in their fight against breast cancer! We have fun, we race/walk, we shop for a cure, we have amazing raffle prizes, we have lots of fun for the family, and we have great treats. The Pink Power 5K is the place to be on October 24th!! Here is my story and more about the race- When I found out that I had breast cancer, it rocked my world. I knew that my life would never be the same. I would be a fighter and then a survivor for the rest of my years. I struggled to try to understand why this was happening to me and my family. I prayed a lot. A lot of people prayed for me. My heart became filled with this bigger purpose. This God-given purpose that reminded me that I was given this struggle to not only change me and my life, but to also use my journey through the struggle to help others. After hearing about how the Stephanie Vest Foundation helped a dear friend of mine while she went through her own breast cancer fight, I just knew that I wanted to put my efforts into raising money for this amazing organization that physically, emotionally, and financially helps local women and their families to make it through their fight against this cancer. When you sign up and pay your $10 to participate in the Pink Power 5K, you are giving a $10 donation to the Stephanie Vest Foundation. If you wish to make a bigger donation, there will be a link on the website. That money will all go straight to the Stephanie Vest Foundation. We will also have more opportunities for fundraising at the race. We will have raffle baskets and items (raffle tickets will be $5 for one ticket or $20 for five tickets), family activities, and we will have some AMAZING food from the Brunch Ladies food truck. We will also have some vendors at the race (a portion of sales from each vendor will go to the foundation as well). One of my favorite parts of the day has to be the pre-race line up. We have speakers, singers, and prayers that bless the day. I am so, so excited to be part of helping this wonderful foundation that will continue to bless families that are forced to fight this fight. We have important work to do here, so let's get started!!!!! If you wish to purchase spirit wear for the race (shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, totes, and hats), use the link below to connect to Crown Leaf Crafts & Designs. Spirit wear must be purchased by TBD. A portion of each spirit wear sale goes to the Stephanie Vest Foundation. Click here to order Spirit Wear!!!.

Join us for the 1st Annual Pumpkin Roll 5K at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park! Lace up your running shoes and enjoy a fun fall race through the beautiful scenery of the farm park. The course features mostly paved trails with some gravel sections, making it a perfect event for runners and walkers alike. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your accomplishment with a delicious slice of pumpkin roll and enjoy Harvest Fest afterwards with your family and friends! Whether you're racing for a personal best or just coming out for fun, it's a great time to be outdoors! SIGN UP HERE!

Join us on Saturday, October 24, for the Liberty Women's Clinic Life Festival, a free family-friendly event filled with walking, running, food, vendors, kids' activities, and fun! The Liberty Women's Clinic 5K Life Festival is one of Liberty Women's Clinic's largest annual fundraising events, bringing together friends, families, businesses, and community partners to celebrate life and support women in our community. While admission is free, the generosity of sponsors, donors, and supporters makes it possible for Liberty Women's Clinic to continue providing free and confidential pregnancy services, education, practical resources, and compassionate care throughout the year. Whether you're walking, running, visiting vendors, or cheering on participants, you're helping make a lasting impact for local women, babies, and families.

Harvest Hustle 5K/10K Saturday, October 24, 2026 • 8:00 AM Location: Lafayette County C-1 High School Track Join us this fall for the Harvest Hustle 5K/10K, a fun autumn race supporting the Lafayette County Cross Country team! Whether you're racing for a new PR, enjoying a crisp fall morning with friends, or simply looking for a great way to support local student-athletes, the Harvest Hustle is for you. Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome to choose between the 5K and 10K distances. Best of all, this race is about more than just the miles. 100% of the profits from the Harvest Hustle will be donated directly to the Lafayette County Cross Country team. Your registration will help support the program and provide opportunities and resources for its student-athletes. Come enjoy a fall morning of running, community, and supporting a great cause! Race Details: Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 Start Time: 8:00 AM Distances: 5K & 10K Location: To Be Announced Beneficiary: Lafayette County Cross Country Team Want to support the team but don't want to run? You can still be part of the Harvest Hustle! Simply click the Donatebutton on the registration page to make a donation directly in support of the Lafayette County Cross Country team. You do not need to register for the race to donate. Run some fall miles. Support local runners. Hustle for the Huskers! Presented by Chasing Happiness Race Co.

🎃🐾 Old Drum Dog Dash 5k at Knob Noster State Park 👻 Join us for a howl-o-ween themed fun run/walk on a beautiful paved path through Knob Noster State Park! The Old Drum Dog Dash 5k is the perfect fall event for runners, walkers, families, and four-legged friends of all sizes. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or simply enjoying a fun day with your best friend, there’s something for everyone! 🏆 Paw-some prizes and bragging rights for the following categories: 🐶 Best Costume (You & Your Pup) 🏃‍♂️ First to Finish 🐕 Biggest Dog 🐕 Smallest Dog Each participant will receive a swag bag with t-shirt, bandana for their pup, one raffle basket giveaway entry and more! Get ready to lace up your running shoes, leash up your pup, and join us for a tail waggin’ good time! 🏅🐾 Donations will be accepted for Old Drum Animal Shelter. Bring an item from their NEEDS list and get an additional entry for our raffle basket giveaway. Items needed: new and used blankets, paper towels, spray cheese in a can, trash bags and soft dog treats. Leash up your little monsters and join us for a howling good time! 👻🐶 Register today!

Lace up and hit the trail for the Harvest Stampede 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run at Twin Willows Ranch! This isn’t your average 5K—you’ll trade pavement for a scenic course through our working horse ranch in the hills of Southwest Missouri, surrounded by pastures, horses, and plenty of fall scenery. Whether you’re chasing a PR, walking with friends, or bringing the family out for the 1-Mile Fun Run, everyone is welcome. Cross the finish line and stick around for the Whistling Springs Fall Festival, with cold drinks, great food, family activities, and a full day of fun at the ranch. Best of all, 15% of net proceeds from the race will be donated to Sheep Dog Impact Assistance, supporting veterans and first responders. Run the ranch. Support our heroes. Stay for the party.

Come run the haunted Frisco Trail with Willard Parks! The race begins at the Frisco Highline Trail Head - Willard, MO and progresses WEST down the Greenway Trail 2.5km to the race turn around, and then progresses back to the start. This is a night-time race through the spooky woods on paved trail. The Spooky Sprint 5K is a rain or shine event! This 5k race is not a timed event. RACE DAY: Oct 24, 2026 REGISTRATION: Online or at the Willard Recreation Center, 233 N State Hwy Z, Willard MO, 65781 Day-of registration available 6:00pm until 6:45pm onsite at the Frisco Highline Trail Head, 211 E Jackson St, Willard, MO 65781 SHIRT PICKUP: Oct 23 or Oct 24, Willard Rec Center, 233 N State Hwy Z, Willard, MO 65781. You can also pick up at the check-in table on race day! CHECK-IN: Please check-in at the race table by 6:45pm to receive your glow-in-the-dark wristband. LINE UP: Starts at 6:30pm, Frisco Highline Trail Head, 211 E Jackson St, Willard, MO 65781 START: 7:00pm, Frisco Highline Trail Head, 211 E Jackson St, Willard, MO 65781 Race entries support the Willard Parks & Recreation Department! You can help our continued programs and projects that bring quality recreational activities and spaces to the Willard-area community. *REGISTRATIONS AFTER 10/13 ARE NOT GUARANTEED A SHIRT!*

5K Run/Walk/Creep for the community and State Tech employees and students. We are running around the campus in a manner we start and finish in the same spot. There will be shirts from the first 100 competitors that sign up. Costumes are welcome for the event!

The Wicked Run 5K + Kids 1-Mile Fun Run Friday, October 30, 2026 Kids 1-Mile Fun Run • 7:30 PM The Wicked Run 5K • 8:00 PM UCM Soccer Stadium / Spirit Trail 600 E Hale Lake Rd Warrensburg, MO 64093 Get ready for a wicked night of running, costumes, glowing lights, and Halloween fun at The Wicked Run, presented by Chasing Happiness Race Co.! The evening kicks off at 7:30 PM with our Kids 1-Mile Fun Run, giving our younger runners a chance to dress up, light up, and get in on the Halloween fun. Every registered Kids Fun Run finisher will receive a finisher medal! Then at 8:00 PM, The Wicked Run 5K takes off from the UCM Soccer Stadium. Runners and walkers will head out onto the paved Spirit Trail for a Halloween-themed 5K after dark. Every registered 5K finisher will also receive a finisher medal! Dressing up is highly recommended for kids AND adults! Come as your favorite character, monster, superhero, witch, ghost, or whatever you can dream up. We'll provide glow sticks, necklaces, and bracelets to help light up the night, and participants are encouraged to bring even more lights and glow gear of their own. We're also planning a Trunk or Treat for the kiddos! Participants, families, and spectators are encouraged to bring candy to help us make the evening even more fun for the kids. You don't have to run to come out, dress up, and enjoy the Halloween atmosphere. What to expect: Kids 1-Mile Fun Run at 7:30 PM The Wicked Run 5K at 8:00 PM Finisher medals for both the Kids 1-Mile and 5K Nighttime running on the paved Spirit Trail Costumes highly encouraged Glow sticks, necklaces, and bracelets provided Trunk or Treat for the kids Halloween fun for runners, walkers, families, and spectators Grab a costume, light yourself up, and join us for a wicked good night in Warrensburg!

Smooth vibes. Sweet energy. Bold moves. 🥜🍓 PB&J Fuel Run is all about a combo that just works. Mix your pace, spread the fun, and stick with it all the way to the finish. No stress, no expectations, just miles that feel good and a finish that feels even better. Run it your way, enjoy every step, and fuel your finish with good energy and great company. Let’s make this run unforgettable. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️✨   Overview:Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!   There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run club

US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line. A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help. View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.

🎃 👻 Trick or Trot! 👻 🎃 Run in our annual Halloween Run, where healthy fitness meets frightful fun! We'll even give you some free Halloween candy after your run! Find a friend, set a goal, and join this unique 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Half-Marathon run! Forget the massive, impersonal race-day crowds. We keep things small, personal, and local, so every run feels less like a number and more like a memory. Whether it's a 5K, 10K, half-marathon, or virtual run, you'll get the warmth of a hometown event. Overview: Spots sell out FAST! We close each wave the moment it fills. Once a wave sells out, you can grab the virtual run option or join the waitlist. This is a smaller, private group run with a capped field per wave so it never feels crowded and you're never just a bib number. All paces and ages welcome (under 18 with a guardian) - run it, walk it, however you like! There's no gear, no setup, no fuss - just you, the course, and our coordinators cheering you on in a relaxed, stress-free setting. When you sign up, you're not just registering for a race - you're getting real support toward your fitness goals, plus an invite to join one of our local run clubs to keep the momentum going. Timing: Optional! Track your own time via Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, or similar, then submit it through our easy online form to get posted. Or just ask a coordinator to help time you. No timing chips - this is about progress, not pressure. What You Get (Swag Bag): - Running T-shirt (shipped to your address - U.S. only) - Finisher's medal - Virtual Training Run (emailed to you a month before your run) - Online results & certificate of completion - Invitation to join a local running club - NEW: Upgrade to a lightweight, moisture-wicking technical shirt for just $5 more Packet Pickup? Skip It. No lines, no hassle - your swag ships straight to your door. (Double check your full U.S. mailing address, including apartment number, when you register as your shirt is sent to this address!) Race bibs are simply handed out on race day. When Will My Swag Arrive? Your shirt will arrive at your mailing address the week of your race. Signing Up Last Minute? (Within 2 Weeks of the Race) No problem - just note that shipping may not catch up in time, so your shirt could arrive after race day. No worries, though: wear whatever you like and come run with us anyway! When Will I Receive the Course Map and Details? We'll send final participant info by the Wednesday before race day with all the details and course maps. Wave Times (Once you've registered, use your confirmation number to reserve a wave here) Wave A: 7:30 AM Wave B: 8:00 AM Wave C: 8:30 AM Running Late? Jump in when you arrive - our coordinators stay on-site for 3 hours after the first wave. Times may be subject to change depending on seasons, please check your participant info email! Got more questions? Check our FAQ. Virtual Run Option Prefer to run on your own time? Our Virtual Run includes a digital training pack to keep you on track. Run it whenever, wherever, with any tracking device you like (optional) — then send your results to info@thebestraces.com to claim your medal. Race Bundle Sign up for multiple races and save with a bundle discount. Sponsorships & Promoting Your Business Want to put your business in front of our community? We'd love to feature you as a sponsor. Learn more. Team Glo Volunteers Love helping people cross finish lines? Join our volunteer team and help bring these community runs to life. Sign up here. Be Part of the Journey Discover our charity initiatives at https://www.thebestraces.com/runforothers/. Got a mission that helps people around the world? Let us help you fundraise at no cost to you. Your Race | Your Journey | Your Story

This 5k run/walk benefits the Saint Anne’s Guild women's group at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church. This group hosts several youth and family events throughout the year. Additionally, half of the proceeds from the run will go to LifeHouse Crisis Pregnancy Center in Springfield, MO. The course will leave the St. Joseph the Worker’s rear parking lot off Bluff Drive and head west across NN Hwy. The route passes Ozark High School then jumps onto the City of Ozark's paved trail system and takes runners through the tunnel under Jackson Street. The course takes hard right and up to the turn around point in front of First Baptist Ozark. It's back the way you came including that fun uphill to the finish line back at St. Joseph the Worker. We will have hot coffee and pancakes (Thanks to our Knights of Columbus) waiting for you back in our Parish Hall. This year we will incorporate a COSTUME CONTEST as the race day falls on All Hallows Eve! We will have a prize for the best Saint Costume since All Saints Day follows All Hallows Eve. And for the best Halloween Costume - super hero theme this year!! So, join us for the run and a little extra costume fun! Winners must run in their costumes! What is All Saints Day? Saint Costume ideas

Who says the witchy fun has to end after Witches in Cottleville? ​Keep the magic going the following weekend with Run Witch Run, a spellbinding race through the trails of Legacy Park in Cottleville, Missouri! ​Choose your potion: a 1-mile dash, 5K, or 10K broomstick cruise. Run it, walk it, or fly your way to the finish line—this festive fall race is open to magical beings of all paces and abilities. ​And don’t leave your littlest witches and wizards at home! We’ll also have a Kids Dash, complete with CANDY waiting for them at the finish! No tricks here—just treats! Kids will start near the adult race starting area and make their way around the course while parents can keep them in sight the entire time. And for the big finish? They’ll get to race across the same finish line as the adults! Short, sweet, and a whole lot of Halloween fun! ​Dust off your pointy hat, grab your broomstick, round up your favorite coven, and get ready for another excuse to dress witchy! Costumes are HIGHLY encouraged—the more wicked, whimsical, and wonderfully witchy, the better! ​And yes… we’ll be having a COSTUME CONTEST! So bring your A-game. Whether you’re spooky, hilarious, creative, or completely over-the-top, we want to see it! Witches in Cottleville may be over, but we’re not ready to put away the broomsticks just yet.​​ Keep the spell alive for one more weekend at Run Witch Run! For more information, please visit the race website - www.mseracing.com/runwitchruncottleville

Join us at the third annual memorial run/walk to remember fallen OBPD Officer Phylicia Carson. Officer Carson was a devoted wife and mother who gave her life serving her community. Come help us remember her sacrifice and celebrate her life! NEW this year! We will have kids activities and also a couple food trucks to power up after the race! 18 and over is $25 (until 7/31), $30 (8/1-11/6) and $35/day of, this includes a shirt. Size guaranteed if registered by 10/1. Shirts may be purchased at the event for $20. Hoodies are available for pre-order by 10/1 ONLY! Day of Schedule of Events: 7:30am-8:30am Registration and check-in 8:35am Announcements/Sponsors 8:40am Family and OBPD share about Officer Carson 8:50am National Anthem, Prayer 8:55am Kids Fun Run! 9am 5k Start! Race route: Begin at OBPD, down road behind PD back out to OB Pkwy, right onto OB Pkwy down to Palisades Blvd (old McD’s), right until dead end-turn around, back to OB Pkwy exact route for return to OBPD. All proceeds will go to: The Phylicia Carson 916 Foundation.

US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line. A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help. View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.

This race will take place at Hannibal-LaGrange University to support funding to send our students to the mission field! Register at hlg.edu

Don't miss the fun and excitement of the 15th annual MO' Cowbell Race on November 8, 2026!  Four events to choose from on Sunday morning, the Marathon, the Half-Marathon, 10K or the 5K.  Flat & fast courses, perfect for beginners or those who want to set a new personal best! Registration for the Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K, or the 5K includes: Commemorative performance long-sleeve swagOne-of-a-Kind finisher medalFREE and convenient parkingFree downloadable photos for all participantsTwo-day Health and Fitness ExMO' Packet Pickup Family friendly post race party with lots of food, fun, and music Registration for the Virtual Run includes: 2026 One-Of-A-Kind Finisher MedalShipping and handling of your medal to youOption to add on race swag

The Saint Louis Half Marathon and 5K returns for its 47th year on Sunday, November 8, 2026. ​First run in 1980, this event holds the title of the longest-running half marathon in the St. Louis region, offering runners a classic road race experience through the historic and scenic setting of Forest Park.  THE COURSE Both the Half Marathon and the 5K start and finish at the Muny Festival Grounds. The half marathon is USATF Certified: View the certificate. START We use an “Open Start” format, meaning there will be a formal half marathon gun-start at 7:30 AM, but you may start your half marathon race any time between 7:30 and 7:40 AM. For the 5K, there will be a formal gun-start at 8:00 AM, but you may start your 5k race any time between 8:00 and 8:10 AM. PRIZES & AWARDS All finishers receive a custom metal medal! Half Marathon: Prize money awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female overall finishers. 1st place: $5002nd place: $2503rd place: $100Age Group Awards: Recognizin

Help celebrate Veterans Day with a 5K, 10K or 15K event honoring those who have served our country. Both events will be held at English Landing Park in Parkville and participants will receive a custom finishers medal and top finishers will compete for age group and overall awards. Registrants can add a race shirt for an additional fee. This race is being run in honor of long time area runner, World War II veteran, and VFW employee, Ed Burnham, and a portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit the VFW Foundation in his honor. The VFW Foundation supports troops abroad, military families back in the U.S. and America’s often-forgotten veterans. Learn more about this organization HERE. Don't miss out on this fun event. Sign up today! PACKET PICKUP When: Saturday, November 7 Time: 10-2pm Location: Fleet Feet Overland Park(11908 W 119th St, Overland Park, KS 66213) You can also pick up for a friend or family member and are able to pickup up on race morning at the race site beginning at 7:00am.

Cocoa Classic 5K — St. Louis Sunday, November 8, 2026 · 11:00 a.m. Washington University in St. Louis, Danforth Campus www.runcocoaclassic.com The Cocoa Classic is a 5K with a purpose: raising money for mental health work reaching teens and young adults before a crisis, not after. The race was founded by Collin Maher as a high school sophomore in Atlanta, after he noticed kids at a local food bank wearing worn-out shoes. What started as an Eagle Scout project put new shoes on more than 1,600 children. Collin died by suicide in May 2026, weeks after finishing his freshman year at WashU. He was 19. This race is the St. Louis Cocoa Classic — run on the campus he loved, on Olympic ground, for the young people who need someone to notice. The course runs through the Danforth Campus: 169 acres of Collegiate Gothic architecture and an accredited arboretum, at the best week of the year for it. The 1904 Olympic Games were held here — the first anywhere in the Western Hemisphere. Registration $35 — Through October 8 $40 — October 9 through November 7 $45 — Race day Every finisher receives a Cocoa Classic shirt, and there's hot cocoa at the line. Bose speakers for overall Male and Female winners Custom Cocoa Classic medals for overall, masters, and age group winners. Chip-timed by Big River Race Management. Walkers and strollers welcome. Come to race it, or come to walk it with your family. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988.

Join the Movement for Mental Health! Introducing the "Run for Mental Health" - an empowering journey towards well-being! Run with purpose, run with heart for someone you know who is on that difficult journey like all of us. Let's break the stigma and stride towards a healthier mind! Your run can make a difference! 💙 Overview:Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!   There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.  Timing: - Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an

The Fox Trot 5K Run is a fundraising event to benefit Académie Lafayette International High School's travel abroad programs. ALIHS believes firmly in the value of global intercultural learning experiences and is committed to equity in education. Cost of travel is the greatest inhibiting factor for public schools in providing such invaluable outside-the-classroom life experiences for all students, regardless of individual family means. All proceeds of the event will go directly to individual student financial need. To see a map of the course go to: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/415932563

Race InformationThe race starts at 8:00 AM.Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. 5K & 10K Course (0.78M)https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6636481336 The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)The 5K does the out-and-back two times.The 10K does the out-and-back four times. Half Marathon Course (1.09M)https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6119931565 The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times. Course Time Limit3 hours and 30 minutes. Finisher Medalshttps://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php  Shirt and Gear Shophttps://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php  Best Costumehttps://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php  Series Pointshttps://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awardshttps://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php Frequently Asked Questions and Informationhttps://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php US Road Runninghttps://usroadrunning.com

Celebrate this Veterans Day with our annual Freedom Run! 🏃‍♂️💨 Kick off your weekend with purpose and pride by joining our 5K, 10K, or Half-Marathon. Whether you're running for a personal best or walking with friends and family, let's move together in deep gratitude for the brave Veterans who have sacrificed so much to protect our freedom. 🎖️🗽 You can raise funds for a charity of choice (Optional). 100% of the net funds raised will go towards your cause of choice. Forget the massive, impersonal race-day crowds. We keep things small, personal, and local, so every run feels less like a number and more like a memory. Whether it's a 5K, 10K, half-marathon, or virtual run, you'll get the warmth of a hometown event. Overview: Spots sell out FAST! We close each wave the moment it fills. Once a wave sells out, you can grab the virtual run option or join the waitlist. This is a smaller, private group run with a capped field per wave - so it never feels crowded, and you're never just a bib number. All paces and ages welcome (under 18 with a guardian) - run it, walk it, however you like! There's no gear, no setup, no fuss - just you, the course, and our coordinators cheering you on in a relaxed, stress-free setting. When you sign up, you're not just registering for a race - you're getting real support toward your fitness goals, plus an invite to join one of our local run clubs to keep the momentum going. Timing: Optional! Track your own time via Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, or similar, then submit it through our easy online form to get posted. Or just ask a coordinator to help time you. No timing chips - this is about progress, not pressure. What You Get (Swag Bag): - Running T-shirt (shipped to your address - US only) - Finisher's medal - Virtual Training Run (emailed to you a month before your run) - Online results & certificate of completion - Invitation to join a local running club - NEW: Upgrade to a lightweight, moisture-wicking technical shirt for just $5 more Packet Pickup? Skip It. No lines, no hassle - your swag ships straight to your door. (Double-check your full US mailing address, including apartment number, when you register as your shirt is sent to this address!) Race bibs are simply handed out on race day. When Will My Swag Arrive? Your shirt will land at your mailing address the week of your race. Signing Up Last Minute? (Within 2 Weeks of the Race) No problem - just know shipping may not catch up in time, so your shirt could arrive after race day. No worries, though: wear whatever you like and come run with us anyway! When Will I Receive get the Course Map and Details? We'll send a final participant info by the Wednesday before race day with all the details and course maps. Wave Times (Once you've registered, use your confirmation number to reserve a wave here.) Wave A: 7:30 AM Wave B: 8:00 AM Wave C: 8:30 AM Running late? Jump in when you arrive - our coordinators stay on-site for 3 hours after the first wave. Times may be subject to change depending on seasons, please check your participant info email! Got more questions? Check our FAQ. Virtual Run Option Prefer to run on your own time? Our Virtual Run includes a digital training pack to keep you on track. Run it whenever, wherever, with any tracking device you like (optional) — then send your results to info@thebestraces.com to claim your medal. Race Bundle Sign up for multiple races and save with a bundle discount. Sponsorships & Promoting Your Business Want to put your business in front of our community? We'd love to feature you as a sponsor. Learn more Team Glo Volunteers Love helping people cross finish lines? Join our volunteer team and help bring these community runs to life. Sign up here Be Part of the Journey Discover our charity initiatives at https://www.thebestraces.com/runforothers/ Got a mission that helps people around the world? Let us help you fundraise at no cost to you. Smaller Races, Warm Memories, Always Ready for You

Date: November 14, 2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. Registration 5K (19 – over) $30 (short sleeve shirt) $35 (long sleeve shirt) 5K (19 – over) after Sept 30 - $35 (short sleeve) $40 (long sleeve shirt) 5K (18 – under) $20 (short sleeve shirt) $25 (long sleeve shirt) 1 mile fun run - $20 for everyone (only short sleeve shirt option) We will have awards depending on ages and M/F.

*Please note: This registration is ONLY for the end of season 5K event and is not a registration for the Girls on the Run or Heart & Sole program. If you are a coach or program participant, you do NOT need to complete this registration. Girls on the Run is a physical-activity based, positive youth development program for girls in 3rd through 8th grades that provides social-emotional learning through a curriculum that creatively integrates running. St. Louis participants come from 23 counties across eastern Missouri and western Illinois and their season culminates in a 5k experience. We strive to make the program accessible for all girls by offering scholarships to participants whose families may not be able to cover the full cost of registration. In a typical year, more than 90% of girls receive full or partial scholarships totaling over $650,000. Thank you for your support! *Please note: This registration is ONLY for the end of season 5K event and is not a registration for the Girls on the Run or Heart & Sole program. If you are a coach or program participant, you do NOT need to complete this registration.

Enjoy a couple laps around the Lawson Lake for a 5k or do a one lap walk for 1.5 miles. Proceeds will go towards Lawson Park Board special projects. (Parking available at Lake View Event Center and adjoining grass lot.) Register by Oct 10, 2026 to be guaranteed our "Logo Drawstring Backpack" giveaway item!. Race day registration will be allowed at the race site at $35 for 5k, $30 for youth 5k and $15 for walk. NO Giveaway item.. CASH ONLY!! EXACT CASH PLEASE!! Race day registration/check-in is from 7am-7:45am. Race starts at 8am. No chip timing. No finishers medals. 5k Awards: 1st place overall male and female. Prizes will also be awarded in each age category male and female. Age groups: 10 and under; 11-15; 16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69: 70 and up.

Get ready to lace up your sneakers and RUN FOR THE FUTURE! This is the Inaugural Run which is hosted by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc Omicron Xi Lambda Chapter the theme is RUN FOR THE FUTURE event on June 6, 2026, at 7:30 AM. The event will start at the Grandview Amphitheater, 13501 Byars Rd, Grandview, Missouri 64030. This family-friendly run will support the future of our community's kids and youth. Proceeds will go towards the Omicron Xi Lambda Educational Foundation Scholarship Fund, so each step you take in this 5k run will help a young college student take a step towards a college education. The city of Grandview is just 20 minutes south of downtown Kansas City, MO. Come experience a fantastic early summer run to fund scholarships for the next generation.

Turkey March 5K Harrisburg, MO Lace up your running shoes and get ready to march before you feast! Join us the weekend before Thanksgiving for the Turkey March 5K, a fun, family-friendly run and walk benefiting the Harrisburg Band Program. Whether you’re racing for a personal best, walking with friends and family, or just waddling your way to the finish line, everyone is welcome. This fun and energetic event welcomes runners, walkers, families, and community supporters of all ages to come together for the sake of music. The Turkey March combines two of our favorite things, Thanksgiving and marching band into one festive community event. Expect plenty of fall fun, music, and turkey-themed spirit as we kick off the holiday season together.The Turkey March helps support music programs in Harrisburg Schools, providing instruments, opportunities, and experiences for student musicians. Run. Walk. Waddle. However you cross the finish line, your participation helps support opportunities and experiences for Harrisburg Band students. After the race you can go shop the Harrisburg Holiday Palooza at the Harrisburg Lion's Club full of community vendors to prepare you for the holidays. Come earn your Thanksgiving feast and help us make some noise for the Harrisburg Band! Your registration comes with a t-shirt and a medal for participating in our 5K! Make sure you register before the deadline and before supplies run out! Turkey March 5K March Before You Feast.

Kick off the holiday season in true St. Louis style at the Winterfest 5K, returning for its sixth year at Gateway Arch National Park. The Winterfest 5K is the only official run/walk that goes through and supports Gateway Arch National Park's official nonprofit conservancy, giving you a chance to experience the Arch grounds like never before. While you run or walk, you'll take in stunning views of Downtown St. Louis, the Old Courthouse, and the iconic Gateway Arch. Directly after the race, our seven-week long Winterfest celebration will kick off in Kiener Plaza with ice skating, s'mores stations, heated igloos, and so much more. All ages and experience levels are welcome at the 5K. For those who prefer a lighter pace, a 1-mile Fun Run/Walk that loops around the Gateway Arch is also available. Participants will receive a commemorative medal and t-shirt, and winners will receive additional special prizes. Gateway Arch Park Foundation is the official philanthropic partner and conservancy for Gateway Arch National Park, supporting conservation, preservation, education and community programs at and around the park. The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to ensure the Gateway Arch, its grounds, neighboring public spaces, and attractions will be a vital, welcoming, and well-supported resource for the community and nation for generations to come.

The fifteenth Annual Thanksgiving Day 5K is coming back to Hyde Park this fall! With in-person and virtual options, as well as a Children's Dash, the Gillham Road GobbleTrot 5K Fun Run/Walk is your source for active, family-friendly fun this Thanksgiving holiday.  Register today, and sign up for our email list here, or like us on Instagram or Facebook @gillhamgobbletrot to stay up-to-date on race details. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Community Programs of the Pilgrim Center. The start and finish (both southbound) will be just north of the Pilgrim Chapel, 3801 Gillham Road. • The course will take runners and walkers along Gillham Road, through the Hyde Park neighborhood, and past Hyde Park the park. • All in-person 5K participants (runners & walkers) are chip timed. • The course has been certified by the USATF. 5K runners and walkers will receive a long sleeve T-shirt (shirts not guaranteed if registering after Nov. 12). Age Groups: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19,

The Lake of the Ozarks Turkey Trot 5K is a family tradition held on Thanksgiving morning at Camdenton High School. 2026 will be the 17th year for this event. It's attended by many families who want to kick their holiday off with some exercise, friendly competition and camaraderie. This year we have a one mile fun run for kids and adults who don't want to do the full 5k course. The fun run begins at 7:45, the 5k at 8:30. Walk-up registration will open at 7:00am. Hosted by FundRuns, all profits go to Share the Harvest food pantry and the Camdenton Cross Country team.  PACKET PICKUP We will have a Wednesday evening packet pickup. Location TBD.Race morning packet pickup will start at 7:00am at the high school, 662 Laker Pride Rd, Camdenton.On-site registration will also be available at those times for people that still want to join us. AWARDS There will be no awards for the fun run. Participants completing the event will receive a finishers item. Overall Male & Female winners r

Welcome to the TROTTINATOR!  A premier Turkey Trot in Wildwood Missouri!  Brought to you by Rockinator Racing. Starting at 8:30am, the Trottinator is a fun family friendly 5k and 10k Thanksgiving morning event! Run walk or jog starting from racers village at the Farmers market down the pedestrian pathway to beautiful Wildwood Park and back across the Wildwood Sky bridge for a perfect pre turkey 5k! OR take the turn around in Racers village for the 10k! Free 1/4 mile kids dash with "Trottinator" Metal finisher award and all kids get a cool race number to wear on race day! Get them signed up and chase that Turkey down!    FINISHERS MEDAL INCLUDED!  Plus Custom Turkey Trottinator Medal pins and awards to top 3 in Age Groups! (1-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+) Trottinator T-SHIRT INCLUDED as well as a Rockinator Racing Neck Buff INCLUDED! For registering, you not only get an awesome 5 or 10K Run on beautiful paved Wildwood Greenway, you get a Wildwood Turkey

Join the Thanksgiving Day tradition at the St. Louis Turkey Trot 5K & 8K.  St. Louis, MO Use #TurkeyTradition to share your photos! Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to the event. All official information is on the event's website MissouriRuns.com

Join the Thanksgiving Day tradition at the Kansas City Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk. Kansas City, MO Use #TurkeyTradition to share your photos! Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to the event. All official information is on the event's website MissouriRuns.com.

Ultramax Sports is super excited for the 2026 CoMo Thanksgiving Fleet Feet Turkey Trax Tradition! Join us on November 26th for Fleet Feet Turkey Trax 5K. Get your family together and run/walk a 5K on Thanksgiving morning. The event will start and finish on 4th & Cherry by Flat Branch Park. Packet Pick Up will be available on Wednesday November 25th from 12:00p-6:30p or race morning from 7:00a- 8:15a. Every participant will receive a BOCO Fleet Feet Columbia Turkey Trax Stocking Cap, while supplies last. We hope you can join in on Thanksgiving with the Fleet Feet Turkey Trax Holiday Tradition!

The most fun Thanksgiving Day 5K around with all proceeds benefiting Teen Challenge St. Louis, featuring a beautiful rolling out and back course through the Maryville University's campus. Great attendance prizes and awards will be given out! The race kicks off at 8:30am!

Join us for this Thanksgiving Day 5K at Grain Valley High School! The event will benefit the Grain Valley High School Cross Country team. The race will start at 9:00am and participants will receive a race shirt and finishers medals and compete for age group and overall awards. The kids run will be on the track after the 5K. Packet Pickup Packet pickup will be held at Grain Valley High School in Grain Valley, MO from 12-4pm on Wednesday, November 25. There will be limited packet pickup on race morning and those waiting until race morning to sign up or pick up their packets risk not being able to get the shirt size they registered for. There will not be any packet pickup opportunities after the race and no packets will be mailed.

Start your Thanksgiving with fresh air, family, friends, and a fun tradition at the Parkville Turkey Trail Trot! Held each Thanksgiving morning in beautiful English Landing Park, this beloved event features a flat, fast, and scenic course along the Missouri River, making it perfect for runners chasing a personal best and walkers looking to kick off the holiday with movement. Choose between the professionally timed 5K or the family-friendly 2-mile walk, then enjoy the festive atmosphere before heading home for Thanksgiving dinner. Whether you're continuing a family tradition or joining us for the first time, the Parkville Turkey Trail Trot is the perfect way to celebrate gratitude, community, and healthy living. Best of all, proceeds from the event benefit English Landing Park, the Parkville Nature Sanctuary, and the Friends of Parkville Animal Shelter, helping preserve the natural beauty and community organizations that make Parkville so special. We look forward to seeing you at the starting line on Thanksgiving morning!

The Annual Hillcrest Hope Giving Thanks 5K will be held on Thanksgiving Day 2026 at 9 AM in Liberty, MO. All proceeds from this event benefit Hillcrest Hope by raising awareness and funds to support its mission to transition homeless families to self-sufficiency. This event will be chip-timed. This is a family-friendly event for runners, families with strollers, and walkers. Strollers and walkers will be asked to start at the back of the line-up for safety purposes. NO PETS ALLOWED PLEASE. Registration includes a long-sleeve shirt. PACKET PICK UP will be held at our new admin office at 200 West Mill St, Liberty MO 64068, on Wednesday November 25th from 4pm to 7pm. Additional packet pick up will be available the morning of the run at the Liberty Community Center starting at 7:45am. The Run will begin at 9am.

START YOUR THANKSGIVING DAY THE RIGHT WAY! The annual Dallas County YMCA Turkey Day 5K is a great, family-friendly way to warm up for a day of holiday gobbling. Whether you are participating in the run or cheering family and friends, this event is a great way to honor traditions and create new memories. Join our community in breaking a sweat and have a good time! This year all participant times will be electronically timed! This new addition will create accurate and timely records allowing participants to get back to their Thanksgiving festivities!

Ready for an amazing Thanksgiving tradition?! Join us for a race before we begin eating the day away! When: Thursday, November 26, 2026. Start time: 8:30 a.m. Where: Mt. Vernon Courthouse Square This year's beneficiary: TBD Cost: $30 individual or $100 family of 4 Contact Info: Mountaineer Turkey Strut Facebook Page or Cherie @ 417.489.9574 text/call Timing: Chip timing by Agee Race Timing Awards: CUSTOM medals! Awards for Overall M & F and Masters M & F. Medals for M & F in the following age groups: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 and over. Packet Pick Up: Will be Wednesday, November 25th at Keen Bean (1031 S Market Mt Vernon, MO) from 4:00-6:00pm or race morning at the downtown green space from 7:00 a.m.-8:15 a.m. Please bring TWO canned good items to donate to St. Susanne Food Pantry.

☕️For all the Coffee Lovers, this run is for you!You’ll love the shirt we send you. Set a goal, bring a friend, and join this super fun 5K/10K/13.1 Half-Marathon!   Overview:Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!   There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.  Timing: - Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.  - No t

Get Ready to Wobble Before You Gobble! 🦃 Join us for the annual Thanksgiving Gobble Trot! Before you dive into the turkey and stuffing, enjoy the holiday with your family, friends, and fellow runners. 🏃‍♂️💨 It’s the perfect way to burn calories and make lasting memories to balance out the big feast, before and after! Don’t wait—spots fill up faster than the Thanksgiving table! 🍽️✨ Forget the massive, impersonal race-day crowds. We keep things small, personal, and local, so every run feels less like a number and more like a memory. Whether it's a 5K, 10K, half-marathon, or virtual run, you'll get the warmth of a hometown event. Overview: Spots sell out FAST! We close each wave the moment it fills. Once a wave sells out, you can grab the virtual run option or join the waitlist. This is a smaller, private group run with a capped field per wave - so it never feels crowded, and you're never just a bib number. All paces and ages welcome (under 18 with a guardian) - run it, walk it, however you like! There's no gear, no setup, no fuss - just you, the course, and our coordinators cheering you on in a relaxed, stress-free setting. When you sign up, you're not just registering for a race - you're getting real support toward your fitness goals, plus an invite to join one of our local run clubs to keep the momentum going. Timing: Optional! Track your own time via Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, or similar, then submit it through our easy online form to get posted. Or just ask a coordinator to help time you. No timing chips - this is about progress, not pressure. What You Get (Swag Bag): - Running T-shirt (shipped to your address - US only) - Finisher's medal - Virtual Training Run (emailed to you a month before your run) - Online results & certificate of completion - Invitation to join a local running club - NEW: Upgrade to a lightweight, moisture-wicking technical shirt for just $5 more Packet Pickup? Skip It. No lines, no hassle - your swag ships straight to your door. (Double-check your full US mailing address, including apartment number, when you register as your shirt is sent to this address!) Race bibs are simply handed out on race day. When Will My Swag Arrive? Your shirt will land at your mailing address the week of your race. Signing Up Last Minute? (Within 2 Weeks of the Race) No problem - just know shipping may not catch up in time, so your shirt could arrive after race day. No worries, though: wear whatever you like and come run with us anyway! When Will I Receive get the Course Map and Details? We'll send a final participant info by the Wednesday before race day with all the details and course maps. Wave Times (Once you've registered, use your confirmation number to reserve a wave here.) Wave A: 7:30 AM Wave B: 8:00 AM Wave C: 8:30 AM Running late? Jump in when you arrive - our coordinators stay on-site for 3 hours after the first wave. Times may be subject to change depending on seasons, please check your participant info email! Got more questions? Check our FAQ. Virtual Run Option Prefer to run on your own time? Our Virtual Run includes a digital training pack to keep you on track. Run it whenever, wherever, with any tracking device you like (optional) — then send your results to info@thebestraces.com to claim your medal. Race Bundle Sign up for multiple races and save with a bundle discount. Sponsorships & Promoting Your Business Want to put your business in front of our community? We'd love to feature you as a sponsor. Learn more Team Glo Volunteers Love helping people cross finish lines? Join our volunteer team and help bring these community runs to life. Sign up here Be Part of the Journey Discover our charity initiatives at https://www.thebestraces.com/runforothers/ Got a mission that helps people around the world? Let us help you fundraise at no cost to you. Smaller Races, Warm Memories, Always Ready for You

US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line. A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help. View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.