Races

Hi CTC Family, As we kick off a new year, we’re excited to share a new opportunity just for CTC members, the CTC 1000 Miles Club Challenge!  The goal is simple: run 1,000 miles over the course of the year. Whether you hit that number exactly, go beyond it, or use it as motivation to stay consistent, this challenge is about showing up and stacking miles. This is not about pace or comparison. It’s about consistency, commitment, and building strong habits over time. Some weeks will be big, some will be lighter, and that’s okay. Every mile counts. We’ll share periodic check-ins, encouragement, and shoutouts throughout the year to help keep everyone motivated. As a bonus, all members who complete the challenge will receive a CTC “1000 Mile Club” shirt to celebrate the accomplishment. Tracking is easy:Use any fitness app you prefer and submit a screenshot of your total mileage at the end of the year. Additionally, you may enter results at any time at https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/199713

The BEER & BAGEL OFF-ROAD RACE SERIES is coming Columbia, Missouri for 2026. U2CANRUN has been managing the event throughout the Midwest for the past 30 years. We are excited to be at the Albert-Oakland Park (1900 Blue Ridge Road) at Shelter Houses # 2 and 3 on Saturday, March 28, 2025. Starting time is 9:00 am. The start/finish line will be two shelter houses! We have been putting on this event for runners in the Midwestern States area for the past 10 years. Now, we are coming to Columbia, MO.  So, prepare yourself for a challenging trail run with a fantastic post-race party. The event offers great food, local beverages (including adult), Finisher's Medals, and Overall and age group Award medals for both male and female participants. Oh yes!  We can't forget our legendary t-shirts with either “I’m a Drinker with a Running Problem” OR "I'm a Root Beer Drinker with a Running Problem" printed across the back.  So, tell your friends and get signed up today.

Head for the Cure 5K - Mid-Missouri

The 22nd Annual Tim Heinsz Memorial 5K & 10K Run/Walk, 14th Annual Jim Devine Dog Walk, & 8th Annual Bob Bailey Bike Ride honors three of Mizzou Law's most beloved deans. Tim Heinsz served as Dean of Mizzou Law and was an avid runner. Jim Devine served as Associate Dean and was a noted dog lover. Bob Bailey is an Assistant Dean Emeritus and a cycling enthusiast. All monies raised benefit the Timothy J. Heinsz Scholarship Fund.    Event DetailsLocation: The in-person race will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Mizzou Law School, 820 Conley Ave, Columbia, MO 65211. The event will be held rain or shine. Packet Pickup: Specific times for packet pickup are 45 minutes prior to each event outside the law school. Race Day Registration: Online registration closes at 11:59pm on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. But you can still register the morning of the race! Volunteers will be stationed at the race location to sign up any late registrants. We will accept cash (please bring exact chan

The Annual Mizzou Ophthalmology 5K Run/Walk will be hosted by the University of Missouri’s Ophthalmology Department to support MedZou’s free clinic for underserved patients in Columbia, Missouri. The event is set to take place at Twin Lakes Recreation Area at the Twin Lakes Shelter on Sunday, April 18th, at 10:00 am. Participants are encouraged to arrive by 9:30 am for check-in. Following the race, participants are invited to stay for refreshments. Kids, pets, families are encouraged to attend! There will be games, food trucks, and more! Event Purpose: To raise funds for MedZou Community Health Clinic, which provides essential care to underserved populations in the Columbia area.  Registration Details:Please register online by March 31st to reserve an official race t-shirt for the event. After this date, registration will still be available, but will not guarantee a race t-shirt.  T-Shirt Pickup:Friday, April 10th, from 2:00-5:00 pm at the PCCLC Health Science Library. Or on the day of

Molly's Miles 5K, 10K and Virtual Run is a mid-Missouri race that raises money to support the family members of police officers killed in the line of duty. All proceeds from the race will be provided to Missouri Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.). The race is named after Officer Molly Suzanne Thomas Bowden who was mortally wounded while conducting a routine traffic stop on the night of January 10, 2005 in Columbia, Missouri. Molly passed away on February 10, 2005 at the age of 26 years old. She had been on the Columbia Police force for over three years and was the first Columbia Police officer killed in the line of duty. The slogan for this race is "In Honor of the Survivors," and focuses on the surviving families and affected co-workers of Missouri law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. Register by April 9th to guarantee your shirt size! Hotel Information Coming in from out of town and need a place to stay? Click the link below for rooms at our ho

Go Girl Run is celebrating 14 years! An All Women’s Half-Marathon & 5k running race that CELEBRATES women, health, and fitness! GO GIRL RUN Columbia is full of glitz and glam for all of our ladies. Every participant gets a custom race shirt, finisher medal and finisher item. The GO GIRL RUN Columbia is a beautiful place to welcome Women & Girls from all around! You Are Strong. You Are Amazing. You Go, Girl.

The Columbia Track Club Presents The 67th Heart of America Marathon & the 7th annual relay The 2nd oldest continuously running marathon in the US!   Why Run the Heart of America Marathon? Continuously running since 1960 — be part of historyHome of the world-famous Easley HillRun the race with HEART — heat, hills, and humidity included at no extra chargeLow-frill, hometown feel with deep community roots Event Details Location:Boone County History and Culture Center (Nifong Park)3801 Ponderosa St, Columbia, MO 65201 Start Time:6:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time (CDT)First Monday in September ⚠ Please Note: Six-hour time limit (strictly enforced)Finish area closes at 12:00 p.m.Please do not ask for cutoff extensions Marathon Registration Pricing   February 14 – May 25 - $81.00 or less ($75 + $6 or less processing)May 26 – July 4 - $102.20 or less ($95.00 + $7.20 or less processing)July 5 – August 30 - $134.00 or less ($125 + $9 or less processing) August 31  - September 5 (no

Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Coopers Landing in Columbia, MO, for the Do Hard Things 5k Run/Walk & 9.11 Mile Run or Ruck challenge! Are you ready to push your limits and achieve your fitness goals while showing support for our first responders and Veterans?   Experience the true spirit of determination and resilience with Do Hard Things Nation. Participants can choose between a 5k run/walk or a 9.11 Mile Run or Ruck challenge. In the Ruck challenge, marchers carry 10 lbs (lightweight) or 35 lbs (heavyweight) on their backs (provided by participant), adding an extra layer of intensity.   We invite you to be a part of this extraordinary event, where we come together to express our unwavering love and support for police, fire, EMS, active duty military, Veterans, and those who have served our nation. By participating, you will also contribute to a greater cause. A portion of the event proceeds will benefit the Veterans Community Project. VCP is dedicated to serving ever

Thank YOU for joining us for our 9th Annual Lizzy’s Walk of Faith 5K Walk/Run!  You are our honored guest and we promise you that you will not leave the same way you came!  Get ready to be encouraged, inspired and greatly touched in a powerful way! On Saturday, September 26th, 2026, at Bethel Park, we will come together to honor our daughter, Lizzy, and other families that have courageously battled childhood cancer.  This lively and fun event will have entertainers such as fire jugglers, superhero and fairytale princesses, face painters and balloon twisters.  The Mizzou Golden Girls, Mizzou Cheer Team, Rock Bridge Bruin Girls, KC Wolf, Truman the Tiger, super cool Lizzy photo booth, gourmet popcorn, Kona Ice, The Grind Coffee Truck and other food vendors and entertainment as well.  Plus, Kendra Scott will have a pop-up tent and RP Exotics will bring their super cool (and fast!) exotic cars.  You will leave encouraged and inspired to make an impact and follow Lizzy's legacy of compa

The Christina Bohn Memorial 5K for PMDD Awareness is a timed run, or it can be walked at your leisure. It is hosted by the Christina Bohn Foundation. The Christina Bohn Foundation is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to raising awareness of and supporting those with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and Premenstrual Exacerbation (PME).  This is the third annual Christina Bohn Memorial 5K for PMDD Awareness. We are celebrating the third anniversary of Missouri's PMDD Awareness Day, which is on Christina's birthday, October 2. On November 3, 2021, Christina died by suicide. She was 33 years old, the mother of two young children, had been a thoracic ICU nurse, and was a classically trained vocalist and pianist. Her loving and kind nature endeared her to everyone who knew her. For more than eleven years, she battled a relentless and debilitating cycle of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and hopelessness. She didn't realize the many physical pains she was ex

Get ready for one of our most fun (and flavorful) races of the year — the Cheese and Sauerkraut 10 Miler! 🧀🥬 📍 Location: McBaine Katy Trailhead – Mile Marker 169.5🗺 Course Map: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/1307751 How it works:Before the race, you’ll predict your finishing time. The runner closest to their predicted time wins the cheeseThe runner furthest from their predicted time wins the sauerkraut No pressure… just good fun! ⏰ Important race day info: Please arrive before 8:30 AM to make your time predictionNo race-day or on-site registration will be available 📝 Registration (Online Only – No Race Day Registration): 🖥️ All participants must sign up online via RunSignUp🚫 Race day / on-site registration is not available✅ FREE for Columbia Track Club (CTC) members Register online through RunSignUp and your entry is free. 👟 Not a CTC member yet? If you aren't yet a member, you will be asked if you want to purch